Serving 1,342 students in grades 9-12, Manchester Valley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Valley High School's student population of 1,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manchester Valley High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Valley High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
33%
White
87%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Valley High School's ranking?
Manchester Valley High School is ranked #31 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Manchester Valley High School often compared to?
Manchester Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster High School, South Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester Valley High School is 91%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manchester Valley High School?
1,342 students attend Manchester Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Manchester Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester Valley High School?
Manchester Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Valley High School offer ?
Manchester Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester Valley High School part of?
Manchester Valley High School is part of Carroll County Public Schools School District.
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