Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manila Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manila Elementary School serves the entire Manila, AR district, covering an area of approximately 135.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manila Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manila Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manila Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manila Elementary School's ranking?
Manila Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Manila Elementary School often compared to?
Manila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rivercrest Elementary School, Carroll Smith Elementary 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 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Manila Elementary School?
601 students attend Manila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manila Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manila Elementary School?
Manila Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manila Elementary School offer ?
Manila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manila Elementary School part of?
Manila Elementary School is part of Manila School District.
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