For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 379 students in Manly, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Manly, IA are Central Springs High School and Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manly, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Manly have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Manly, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Springs High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
105 S East St
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-2208
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-2208
Gr: 9-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
105 S East St
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Manly, IA 50456
(641) 454-3283
Gr: PK-3 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Manly, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Manly, IA include Central Springs High School and Central Springs Elementary Manly Campus.
How many public schools are located in Manly?
2 public schools are located in Manly.
What is the racial composition of students in Manly?
Manly public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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