Manchester School District

The Manchester School District in New Hampshire serves 21 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools, with a district-wide ranking of 157 out of 163 in the state and a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. While the district faces significant challenges, a few standout schools demonstrate the potential for improvement.

Among the high-performing schools are Green Acres School, which has the highest proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and science compared to the district and state, as well as Smyth Road School and Highland-Goffes Falls School, which also have impressive proficiency rates. In contrast, the district's overall proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and science are generally lower than the state averages, with many schools having high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.

The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance between the higher-performing and lower-performing schools within the Manchester School District, with a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement. While the district faces significant challenges, the success of the standout schools suggests that high-quality education is possible, and addressing the disparities and supporting the most vulnerable schools and students will be crucial for ensuring equitable and high-quality education for all students in the district.