Manhattan High School is a public high school in Manhattan, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. It is part of the Manhattan–Ogden USD 383 school district. For the 2013–2014 school year, Manhattan High had an enrollment of 1,920 students.
Serving 2,087 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,087 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manhattan High School West/East Campus serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Manhattan, KS, covering approximately 174.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manhattan High School's student population of 2,087 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,087 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar
School Motto
Performance is good
School Rankings
Manhattan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan High School's ranking?
Manhattan High School is ranked #626 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Manhattan High School often compared to?
Manhattan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley County High School, Blue Valley High School, Junction City Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan High School?
The graduation rate of Manhattan High School is 83%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Manhattan High School?
2,087 students attend Manhattan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Manhattan High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan High School?
Manhattan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manhattan High School offer ?
Manhattan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan High School part of?
Manhattan High School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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