Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Manual Middle 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manual Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manual Middle 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 Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1463 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
35%
5%
White
18%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manual Middle School's ranking?
Manual Middle School is ranked #1463 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Manual Middle School?
257 students attend Manual Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Manual Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manual Middle School?
Manual Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manual Middle School offer ?
Manual Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manual Middle School part of?
Manual Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Manual Middle School located?
Manual Middle School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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