Serving 254 students in grades 5-8, Manhattan 5-8 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan 5-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Manhattan 5-8's student population of 254 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan 5-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan 5-8 is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 707 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan 5-8's ranking?
Manhattan 5-8 is ranked #70 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Manhattan 5-8 often compared to?
Manhattan 5-8is often viewed alongside schools like Anderson 7-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Manhattan 5-8?
254 students attend Manhattan 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Manhattan 5-8 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan 5-8?
Manhattan 5-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manhattan 5-8 offer ?
Manhattan 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Manhattan 5-8 part of?
Manhattan 5-8 is part of Manhattan School District.
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