Below Average
#929 of 1,176 schools in SC
Based on limited data
Manning Elementary
Middle School · Clarendon 06
311 West Boyce Street, Manning, SC 29102
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SC statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#929 of 1,176
In Manning
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Clarendon 06
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Manning Elementary
Middle School in Manning · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Manning Elementary
Manning Elementary is a public middle school in Manning, SC, part of Clarendon 06. Manning Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Manning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #929 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Based on limited data: 48% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Manning Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Manning Elementary Compares
See how Manning Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
311 West Boyce Street, Manning, SC 29102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manning Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Manning Junior High (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scott's Branch Middle (rated 4.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Summerton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Furman Middle (rated 3.4/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Sumter), a more accessible option. For more schools in Manning, see our Manning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manning Primary Manning | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Manning High Manning | 0.6 mi | — |
| LAURENCE MANNING ACADEMY Manning | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Manning Junior High Manning | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Manning Early Childhood Center Manning | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Scott's Branch Middle Summerton | 8.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Scott's Branch High Summerton | 8.1 mi | — |
| Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary Summerton | 8.3 mi | 8.2 |
| HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Summerton | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CLARENDON HALL SCHOOL Summerton | 10.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Walker-Gamble Elementary New Zion | 12.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Lakewood High Sumter | 13.4 mi | 5.1 |
| R. E. Davis College Preparatory Academy Sumter | 14.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Pocalla Springs Elementary Sumter | 13.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Furman Middle Sumter | 13.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Turbeville High Turbeville | 15.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Wilder Elementary Sumter | 15.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Lemira Elementary Sumter | 16.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Bates Middle Sumter | 16.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Sumter | 15.8 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,000
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$729/mo
Population
16,133
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
48
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holly Hill-Roberts Middle Holly Hill, SC | 4.7 |
| Kingstree Middle Magnet Kingstree, SC | 4.7 |
| Lee Central Middle Bishopville, SC | 4.7 |
| Lugoff-Elgin Middle Lugoff, SC | 4.7 |
| Paul Knox Middle North Augusta, SC | 4.7 |
| T.E. Mabry Middle Inman, SC | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manning Elementary
What grades does Manning Elementary serve?
Manning Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Manning Elementary?
Manning Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manning Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manning Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manning Elementary rank in SC?
Manning Elementary ranks #929 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Manning Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Manning Elementary a charter school?
No, Manning Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manning Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manning Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manning Elementary?
100.0% of students at Manning 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Clarendon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (803) 435-5066
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