Average
#1261 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Manzanita Elementary
Elementary School · Kingman Unified School District (79598)
2601 DETROIT AVE, Kingman, AZ 86401
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,261 of 2,006
In Kingman
#8 of 15
public schools
In district
#4 of 12
Kingman Unified School District (79598)
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Manzanita Elementary
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About Manzanita Elementary
Manzanita Elementary is a public elementary school in Kingman, AZ, part of Kingman Unified School District (79598). Manzanita Elementary serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Manzanita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,261 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Manzanita Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Manzanita Elementary runs 24.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Manzanita Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Manzanita Elementary — Students at Manzanita Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Manzanita Elementary Compares
See how Manzanita Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2601 DETROIT AVE, Kingman, AZ 86401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manzanita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kingman Academy of Learning - Primary School (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kingman, see our Kingman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,087
Median Home Value
$247,300
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
29,071
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
47
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manzanita Elementary
What grades does Manzanita Elementary serve?
Manzanita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Manzanita Elementary?
Manzanita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manzanita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manzanita Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manzanita Elementary rank in AZ?
Manzanita Elementary ranks #1,261 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Manzanita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manzanita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Manzanita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manzanita Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Manzanita Elementary a charter school?
No, Manzanita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manzanita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manzanita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 803
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mohave County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (928) 753-6197
Resources & Links
District
Kingman Unified School District (79598)- District Enrollment
- 7,263
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,690
- District Rank
- #4 of 12
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