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Manchester Elementary
Elementary School · Manchester Union Elementary
PO Box 98, Manchester, CA 95459
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Manchester Elementary
Manchester Elementary is a public elementary school in Manchester, CA, part of the Manchester Union Elementary. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 17 points below the state average and 38% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,250, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Manchester Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Manchester Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 98, Manchester, CA 95459
- Phone
- (707) 882-2374
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 15.79% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 15.79% (2024).
Location
PO Box 98, Manchester, CA 95459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manchester Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mendocino K-8 (rated 8.1/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Mendocino). Another option is Redwood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 32.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Bragg). Additionally, Three Rivers Charter (rated 7.2/10, 32.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Bragg). For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Point Arena High Point Arena | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Pacific Community Charter Point Arena | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| South Coast Continuation Point Arena | 3.8 mi | — |
| Arena Elementary Point Arena | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Albion Elementary Albion | 17.5 mi | — |
| Anderson Valley Elementary Boonville | 16.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 21.1 mi | — |
| Anderson Valley Junior-Senior High Boonville | 17.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Mendocino K-8 Mendocino | 24.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Mendocino Alternative Mendocino | 24.3 mi | — |
| Mendocino Sunrise High Mendocino | 24.3 mi | — |
| Mendocino High Mendocino | 24.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Horicon Elementary Annapolis | 24.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Noyo Hill Private School Fort Bragg | 31.8 mi | — |
| Kashia Elementary Stewarts Point | 28.4 mi | — |
| Three Rivers Charter Fort Bragg | 32.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg | 32.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Fort Bragg High Fort Bragg | 32.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Bragg | 32.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Noyo High (Continuation) Fort Bragg | 33.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,250
Median Home Value
$643,100
Population
718
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
60.7%
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
48.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Manchester Elementary has a median household income of $66,250. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $643,100. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manchester Elementary
What grades does Manchester Elementary serve?
Manchester Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Manchester Elementary?
Manchester Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manchester Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manchester Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Manchester Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Manchester Elementary has 18.6% math proficiency and 38.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Manchester Elementary a charter school?
No, Manchester Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manchester Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manchester Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manchester Elementary?
48.1% of students at Manchester Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (305/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mendocino County
- Phone
- (707) 882-2374
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Manchester Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 27
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,629
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