Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Manchester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Manchester Middle School's student population of 333 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manchester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1409 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
50%
36%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Middle School's ranking?
Manchester Middle School is ranked #1409 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Manchester Middle School often compared to?
Manchester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitewater Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Manchester Middle School?
333 students attend Manchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Manchester Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Middle School?
Manchester Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Middle School offer ?
Manchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manchester Middle School part of?
Manchester Middle School is part of Meriwether County School District.
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