For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,113 students in North Manchester, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 48 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in North Manchester, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN are Manchester Elementary School and Manchester Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North Manchester, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in North Manchester have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in North Manchester, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 River Rd
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-7541
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-7541
Grades: PK-3
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Manchester Jr-sr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Squire Dr
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-2196
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-2196
Grades: 7-12
| 666 students
North Manchester, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
404 W 9th St
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-8602
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-8602
Grades: 7-8
| 239 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN?
The top ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN include Manchester Elementary School and Manchester Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in North Manchester?
2 public schools are located in North Manchester.
What percentage of students in North Manchester go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in North Manchester are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in North Manchester?
North Manchester public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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