Serving 838 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manthala George Jr. School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manthala George Jr. School's attendance zone covers the entire Brockton, MA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manthala George Jr. School's student population of 838 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
838 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manthala George Jr. School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manthala George Jr. School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1469 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manthala George Jr. School's ranking?
Manthala George Jr. School is ranked #1469 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Manthala George Jr. School?
838 students attend Manthala George Jr. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Manthala George Jr. School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manthala George Jr. School?
Manthala George Jr. School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manthala George Jr. School offer ?
Manthala George Jr. School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manthala George Jr. School part of?
Manthala George Jr. School is part of Brockton School District.
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