Serving 285 students in grades 4-6, Manchester Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Manchester Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Laketon, IN school district, covering approximately 120.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Manchester Intermediate School's student population of 285 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manchester Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Intermediate School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Intermediate School's ranking?
Manchester Intermediate School is ranked #570 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Manchester Intermediate School often compared to?
Manchester Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Elementary School, Pierceton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Manchester Intermediate School?
285 students attend Manchester Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Manchester Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Intermediate School?
Manchester Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manchester Intermediate School offer ?
Manchester Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester Intermediate School part of?
Manchester Intermediate School is part of Manchester Community Schools.
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