Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Manhattan Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Manhattan Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Manhattan, IL, encompassing approximately 31.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manhattan Jr High School's student population of 615 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where We Succeed Together
School Rankings
Manhattan Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Jr High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Jr High School's ranking?
Manhattan Jr High School is ranked #494 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Manhattan Jr High School often compared to?
Manhattan Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Manhattan Jr High School?
615 students attend Manhattan Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manhattan Jr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan Jr High School?
Manhattan Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manhattan Jr High School offer ?
Manhattan Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manhattan Jr High School part of?
Manhattan Jr High School is part of Manhattan SD 114 School District.
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