Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manzanita Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanita Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manzanita Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanita Elementary School's ranking?
Manzanita Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Elementary School?
320 students attend Manzanita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Manzanita Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manzanita Elementary School?
Manzanita Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manzanita Elementary School offer ?
Manzanita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manzanita Elementary School part of?
Manzanita Elementary School is part of Three Rivers/Josephine County School District.
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