Manchester GATE is an elementary school in Fresno, California. It has won many awards including one in Redbook. The new principal is Janet Gengozian and the new vice principal is Mr. Daryn Sassano. G.A.T.E. is an acronym for Gifted And Talented Education. Manchester GATE serves grades 2–6.
Serving 684 students in grades 2-6, Manchester Gate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Gate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Gate's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
684 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manchester Gate ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Gate is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Gate's ranking?
Manchester Gate is ranked #220 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manchester Gate often compared to?
Manchester Gateis often viewed alongside schools like Akira Yokomi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manchester Gate?
684 students attend Manchester Gate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manchester Gate students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Gate?
Manchester Gate has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manchester Gate offer ?
Manchester Gate offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Manchester Gate part of?
Manchester Gate is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Manchester Gate located?
Manchester Gate is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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