Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Manchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Manchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Manchester Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
New Manchester Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Manchester Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
New Manchester Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are New Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
New Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. T. Allison Elementary School, Weirton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend New Manchester Elementary School?
281 students attend New Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of New Manchester Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Manchester Elementary School?
New Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Manchester Elementary School offer ?
New Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Manchester Elementary School part of?
New Manchester Elementary School is part of Hancock County Schools School District.
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