Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manchester Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South 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 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manchester Elementary serves the southwest part of Pinewood, SC, covering an area of approximately 169.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending as far as 12.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our vision of Manchester Elementary is to provide a safe and inviting environment that affords all students the highest quality education.
School Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South 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 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Ready, Organized, Aware, Responsible
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millwood Elementary School, Pocalla Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary School?
378 students attend Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Manchester Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary School?
Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Elementary School part of?
Manchester Elementary School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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