Serving 357 students in grades 4-5, Manchester School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manchester School serves the southern part of Windham, ME, covering approximately 49.8 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manchester School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester School's ranking?
Manchester School is ranked #138 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Manchester School?
357 students attend Manchester School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Manchester School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester School?
Manchester School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manchester School offer ?
Manchester School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester School part of?
Manchester School is part of RSU 14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Manchester School located?
Manchester School is located in the North Windham neighborhood of Windham, ME.
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