Excellent
#12 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Manning Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
130 Louders Lane, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#12 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Manning Elementary School
Manning Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. Manning Elementary School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Manning Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Manning Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Manning Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Manning Elementary School — Students at Manning Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Manning Elementary School Compares
See how Manning Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 Louders Lane, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manning Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William H Lincoln (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brookline), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.3 mi | — |
| APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| English High School Jamaica Plain | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| MAIMONIDES Brookline | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Brookline High Brookline | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston, MA | 9.6 |
| Perry Elementary School South Boston, MA | 9.7 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 9.5 |
| Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg, MA | 9.4 |
| Gill Elementary Gill, MA | 9.4 |
| Haggerty Cambridge, MA | 9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manning Elementary School
What grades does Manning Elementary School serve?
Manning Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Manning Elementary School?
Manning Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manning Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Manning Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manning Elementary School rank in MA?
Manning Elementary School ranks #12 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Manning Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Manning Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Manning Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manning Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Manning Elementary School a charter school?
No, Manning Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manning Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Manning Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8102
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #4 of 109
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