Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manchester Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manchester Elementary serves the northwest part of Spring Lake, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1651 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
55%
24%
White
15%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary School is ranked #1651 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William T Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary School?
254 students attend Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Manchester Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary School?
Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Elementary School part of?
Manchester Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Manchester Elementary School located?
Manchester Elementary School is located in the Pine Forest neighborhood of Spring Lake, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Forest.
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