Manchester Essex Regional High School is the public middle and high school for the towns of Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, United States, with an approximate enrollment of 490 students in 6th to 12th grades and a total of 65 faculty members.
Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Manchester Essex Regional Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School's student population of 274 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Essex Regional Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
96%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Essex Regional Middle School's ranking?
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School is ranked #384 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Manchester Essex Regional Middle School often compared to?
Manchester Essex Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockport Middle School, Masconomet Regional Middle School, Miles River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Manchester Essex Regional Middle School?
274 students attend Manchester Essex Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manchester Essex Regional Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Essex Regional Middle School?
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manchester Essex Regional Middle School offer ?
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Essex Regional Middle School part of?
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School is part of Manchester Essex Regional School District.
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