Serving 12 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Manning Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Manning Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bismarck, ND, encompassing approximately 29.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Manning Elementary School's student population of 12 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manning Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manning Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1994–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)50%
22.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manning Elementary School's ranking?
Manning Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Manning Elementary School?
12 students attend Manning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Manning Elementary School students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manning Elementary School?
Manning Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manning Elementary School offer ?
Manning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manning Elementary School part of?
Manning Elementary School is part of Manning 45 School District.
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