Serving 71 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manzanola Elementary 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manzanola Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 95 square miles in and around Manzanola, CO. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanola Elementary School's student population of 71 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Manzanola School District strives to provide a safe environment.
School Rankings
Manzanola Elementary 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 Manzanola Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#1336 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manzanola Elementary School's ranking?
Manzanola Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Manzanola Elementary School often compared to?
Manzanola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swink Elementary School, Cheraw School, Rocky Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Manzanola Elementary School?
71 students attend Manzanola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Manzanola Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manzanola Elementary School?
Manzanola Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manzanola Elementary School offer ?
Manzanola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manzanola Elementary School part of?
Manzanola Elementary School is part of Manzanola Joint District No. 3j Of The Counties Of Otero A.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Manzanola schools are one of the best in the county. The students get a lot of one on one time and extra help if needed. All the teachers are supportive to their students and push them to strive ahead and be involved in after school programs. We are a small school that allows everyone to join sports etc and do not turn anyone away that wants to learn. There are numerous students that live in other cities and come to our school due to issues with bullying etc.
We have more of a diverse population than shown in this graph. There are more than one percent black students in the district.
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