Manila High

Manila High serves 119 students in grades 7-12 in the small community of Manila, Utah, located in Daggett County. This regular public school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 and nine full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention and close student-teacher relationships. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking an impressive #51 out of 1,018 schools statewide, placing it in the 95th percentile among Utah schools.

This strong performance reflects the dedication of both staff and students in this close-knit educational community. Manila High draws from a rural community where the median household income is $67,188 and median home values reach $234,400. The area has a relatively low poverty rate of 6.1%, contributing to a stable learning environment.

While 17% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the school serves families from diverse educational backgrounds. Located in a remote rural setting, Manila High offers students a unique educational experience away from urban distractions, fostering strong community connections and allowing students to develop leadership skills in a supportive small-school atmosphere where every student's contribution matters.

With an enrollment of 119 students, Manila High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Manila High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.