Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manchester Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1932
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
2%
32%
White
84%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary School?
671 students attend Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manchester Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary School?
Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Elementary School part of?
Manchester Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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