Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Manchester Elementary/middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester Elementary/middle School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Manchester Elementary/middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Elementary/middle School is 0.36, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
4%
Black
5%
3%
White
79%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary/middle School is ranked #176 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Manchester Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Manchester Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorset Elementary School, Monument Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary/middle School?
396 students attend Manchester Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Manchester Elementary/middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary/middle School?
Manchester Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary/middle School offer ?
Manchester Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Elementary/middle School part of?
Manchester Elementary/middle School is part of Taconic And Green Regional School District #63.
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