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New Manchester Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County

2242 Old Lower River Rd, Douglasville, GA 30135

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,419 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#14 of 29

public schools

In district

#15 of 35

Douglas County

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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New Manchester Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Douglasville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.6/10

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5.0/10

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About New Manchester Elementary School

New Manchester Elementary School is a public elementary school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. New Manchester Elementary School serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Manchester Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for New Manchester Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at New Manchester Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

New Manchester Elementary School — Students at New Manchester Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
36.6%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How New Manchester Elementary School Compares

See how New Manchester Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in GA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2242 Old Lower River Rd, Douglasville, GA 30135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Manchester Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Lithia Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stonewall Tell Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Factory Shoals Middle School Douglasville 1.2 mi 3.6
New Manchester High School Douglasville 2.3 mi 5.0
Factory Shoals Elementary School Lithia Springs 2.5 mi 4.8
Sweetwater Elementary School Lithia Springs 3.2 mi 5.2
Mount Carmel Elementary School Douglasville 3.1 mi 4.8
Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School Lithia Springs 3.4 mi 5.1
Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville 3.3 mi 4.3
Cliftondale Elementary School College Park 3.9 mi 6.8
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 3.7 mi 5.3
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 4.0 mi 5.4
ANGELS ACADEMY Atlanta 4.0 mi 2.5
Stonewall Tell Elementary School College Park 4.4 mi 7.0
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 4.1 mi 6.1
ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN Fairburn 5.0 mi 6.5
D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy Lithia Springs 5.2 mi 8.3
Westlake High School Atlanta 4.4 mi 6.5
Turner Middle School Lithia Springs 5.2 mi 3.6
Chapel Hill High School Douglasville 4.7 mi 6.0
Lithia Springs Elementary School Lithia Springs 5.5 mi 5.6
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 5.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,991

Median Home Value

$277,400

Median Rent

$1,550/mo

Population

66,689

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Manchester Elementary School

What grades does New Manchester Elementary School serve?

New Manchester Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend New Manchester Elementary School?

New Manchester Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Manchester Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Manchester Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Manchester Elementary School rank in GA?

New Manchester Elementary School ranks #1,419 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is New Manchester Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Manchester Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 New Manchester Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Manchester Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is New Manchester Elementary School a charter school?

No, New Manchester Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Manchester Elementary School a Title I school?

No, New Manchester Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Manchester Elementary School?

79.3% of students at New Manchester Elementary School 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

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#15 of 35

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