Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics

290 Manhattan Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 30% in CO
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics's student population of 418 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#467 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
40%
32%
58%
45%
(20-21)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics's ranking?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics is ranked #467 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics often compared to?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academicsis often viewed alongside schools like Nevin Platt Middle School, Southern Hills 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 32% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics?
418 students attend Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics offer ?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics part of?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics located?
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics is located in the Keewayden neighborhood of Boulder, CO.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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