Manchester Central High School serves 1,305 students in grades 9-12.
Manchester Central High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 38%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manchester Central High School's student population of 1,305 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manchester Central High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Manchester Central High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
7%
Black
17%
2%
White
42%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Central High School's ranking?
Manchester Central High School is ranked #183 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Manchester Central High School often compared to?
Manchester Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester Central High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester Central High School is 70%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Manchester Central High School?
1,305 students attend Manchester Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manchester Central High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Central High School?
Manchester Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manchester Central High School offer ?
Manchester Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manchester Central High School part of?
Manchester Central High School is part of Manchester School District.
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