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Manhattan Elementary School

416 North Broadway
Manhattan, MT 59741
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manhattan Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 5% in MT
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Manhattan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

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School Overview

Manhattan Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026

School Rankings

Manhattan Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MT)
#31 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
65-69%
37%
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manhattan Elementary School's ranking?
Manhattan Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Manhattan Elementary School often compared to?
Manhattan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amsterdam School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Manhattan Elementary School?
259 students attend Manhattan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manhattan Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan Elementary School?
Manhattan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manhattan Elementary School offer ?
Manhattan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan Elementary School part of?
Manhattan Elementary School is part of Manhattan School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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