Average
#1689 of 2,268 schools in GA
New Manchester High School
High School · Douglas County
4925 Highway 92/166, Douglasville, GA 30135
Enrollment
1,921
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,921
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,689 of 2,268
In Douglasville
#22 of 29
public schools
In district
#27 of 35
Douglas County
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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New Manchester High School
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About New Manchester High School
New Manchester High School is a public high school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. New Manchester High School serves approximately 1,921 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Manchester High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,689 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for New Manchester High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- GA avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at New Manchester High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at New Manchester High 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
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New Manchester High School — Students at New Manchester High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from GA 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: 8.6/10.
How New Manchester High School Compares
See how New Manchester High School 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
4925 Highway 92/166, Douglasville, GA 30135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Manchester High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chapel Hill High School (rated 6.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Langston Hughes High School (rated 4.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Fairburn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 miNeighborhood 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 High School
What grades does New Manchester High School serve?
New Manchester High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Manchester High School?
New Manchester High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,921 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Manchester High School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Manchester High School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Manchester High School rank in GA?
New Manchester High School ranks #1,689 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is New Manchester High School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Manchester High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Manchester High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is New Manchester High School a charter school?
No, New Manchester High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Manchester High School a Title I school?
No, New Manchester High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Manchester High School?
69.8% of students at New Manchester High 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,921
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (770) 651-2700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Douglas County- District Enrollment
- 25,770
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #27 of 35
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