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Manheim Twp MS

Middle School · Manheim Township SD

PO Box 5134, Lancaster, PA 17606

Enrollment

902

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,481 of 2,846

In Lancaster

#19 of 37

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Manheim Township SD

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Manheim Twp MS

6.3/10

Middle School in Lancaster · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Manheim Twp HS

7.6/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.9/10

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About Manheim Twp MS

Manheim Twp MS is a public middle school in Lancaster, PA, part of Manheim Township SD. Manheim Twp MS serves approximately 902 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Manheim Twp MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Manheim Twp MS show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PA avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,647
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Manheim Twp MS — Students at Manheim Twp MS score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
34.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.4% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 34 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
36.4%
ELA
73.1%
2024
Math
48.6%
ELA
70.5%

* 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 Manheim Twp MS Compares

See how Manheim Twp MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in PA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

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

PO Box 5134, Lancaster, PA 17606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manheim Twp MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Landis Run Intermediate School (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warwick MS (rated 5.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lititz), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Manheim Twp HS Lancaster 0.1 mi 7.6
Neff Sch Lancaster 0.3 mi 7.9
Landis Run Intermediate School Lancaster 0.5 mi 7.7
ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster 1.1 mi 7.9
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF LANCASTER Lancaster 1.2 mi 6.9
Nitrauer Sch Lancaster 1.7 mi 7.5
Reidenbaugh El Sch Lititz 1.8 mi 8.4
Kissel Hill El Sch Lititz 2.5 mi 5.9
Bucher Sch Lancaster 2.2 mi 7.7
OWL HILL LEARNING CENTER Lititz 3.0 mi
Schaeffer Sch Lancaster 3.2 mi 7.7
Brecht Sch Lancaster 3.2 mi 7.3
LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster 3.3 mi 6.7
LINDEN HALL Lititz 3.4 mi 9.2
Lititz El Sch Lititz 3.5 mi 6.7
Warwick SHS Lititz 3.6 mi 8.0
Ross El Sch Lancaster 3.7 mi 7.3
John R Bonfield El Sch Lititz 3.7 mi 5.4
Warwick MS Lititz 3.8 mi 5.6
McCaskey Campus Lancaster 3.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Rent

$2,339/mo

Population

341

College Educated

41.6%

Homeownership

17.5%

Poverty Rate

42.7%

Median Age

87.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manheim Twp MS

What grades does Manheim Twp MS serve?

Manheim Twp MS serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Manheim Twp MS?

Manheim Twp MS has an enrollment of approximately 902 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Manheim Twp MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Manheim Twp MS is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Manheim Twp MS rank in PA?

Manheim Twp MS ranks #1,481 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Manheim Twp MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Manheim Twp MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Manheim Twp MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Manheim Twp MS has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Manheim Twp MS a charter school?

No, Manheim Twp MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Manheim Twp MS a Title I school?

No, Manheim Twp MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manheim Twp MS?

34.0% of students at Manheim Twp MS 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
902
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lancaster County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

District

Manheim Township SD
District Enrollment
6,014
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,647
District Rank
#9 of 9

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