Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Manson, WA, covering approximately 208.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 13.5 miles and the furthest edge located 28.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manson Elementary School's student population of 289 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Manson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manson Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1306 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
66%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manson Elementary School's ranking?
Manson Elementary School is ranked #1306 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Manson Elementary School?
289 students attend Manson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Manson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manson Elementary School?
Manson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manson Elementary School offer ?
Manson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manson Elementary School part of?
Manson Elementary School is part of Manson School District.
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