Manual High School is located in the Whittier neighborhood on the east side of Denver, Colorado, United States.
Serving 362 students in grades 9-12, Manual High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manual High School's student population of 362 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Motto
Empower students to step into their greatness and take their place in the world.
School Rankings
Manual High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manual High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1717 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
36%
Black
38%
5%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manual High School's ranking?
Manual High School is ranked #1717 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Manual High School often compared to?
Manual High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dsst Cole High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manual High School?
The graduation rate of Manual High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Manual High School?
362 students attend Manual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Manual High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manual High School?
Manual High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manual High School offer ?
Manual High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manual High School part of?
Manual High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Manual High School located?
Manual High School is located in the Whittier neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Whittier.
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