Serving 2,246 students in grades 9-12, Manchester High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester High School's student population of 2,246 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 169 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
169 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manchester High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester High School's ranking?
Manchester High School is ranked #831 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Manchester High School often compared to?
Manchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Manchester High School?
2,246 students attend Manchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Manchester High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manchester High School?
Manchester High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester High School offer ?
Manchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester High School part of?
Manchester High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
School Reviews
3 10/25/2021
This school is a very welcoming environment at first, but the more you come here the more you realize this school isn't meant for students to learn, just to push them through and get a check. The teachers are very kind but the curriculum is solely for getting kids graduated.
5 1/17/2015
Great school to attend.
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