Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manley Elementary serves the west part of Morristown, TN, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manley Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
We aim high and encourage every student to achieve their full potential
School Rankings
Manley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manley Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#605 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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)17.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manley Elementary School's ranking?
Manley Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Manley Elementary School often compared to?
Manley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha Elementary School, Lincoln Heights Elementary School, Talbott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Manley Elementary School?
646 students attend Manley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Manley Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Manley Elementary School offer ?
Manley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manley Elementary School part of?
Manley Elementary School is part of Hamblen County School District.
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