Serving 341 students in grades 5-8, Manchester Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 49% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 49% (which was equal to the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Manchester Middle School?
341 students attend Manchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manchester Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Middle School?
Manchester Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manchester Middle School offer ?
Manchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Manchester Middle School part of?
Manchester Middle School is part of Manchester Community Schools School District.
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