Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manti School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manti School's student population of 416 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Readers are Leaders at Manti Elementary!
School Rankings
Manti School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manti School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manti School's ranking?
Manti School is ranked #585 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Manti School?
416 students attend Manti School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Manti School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manti School?
Manti School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manti School offer ?
Manti School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Manti School part of?
Manti School is part of South Sanpete School District.
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