Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Manila School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Manila School serves the northeast part of Pleasant Grove, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manila School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manila School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manila School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manila School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manila School's ranking?
Manila School is ranked #114 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Manila School often compared to?
Manila Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Mahogany School, Lincoln Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Manila School?
588 students attend Manila School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Manila School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manila School?
Manila School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manila School offer ?
Manila School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Manila School part of?
Manila School is part of Alpine School District.
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