Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Manning Options School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manning Options School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Manning Options School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manning Options School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manning Options School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
84%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manning Options School's ranking?
Manning Options School is ranked #94 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Manning Options School often compared to?
Manning Options Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Middle School, Drake Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Manning Options School?
678 students attend Manning Options School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manning Options School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manning Options School?
Manning Options School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manning Options School offer ?
Manning Options School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manning Options School part of?
Manning Options School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
School Reviews
5 3/12/2020
The electives and core classes are both engaging and educational. The teachers are also amazing at making school fun.
5 4/12/2010
Very happy with school, teachers and curriculum
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