Summary:
The Manila School District in Arkansas operates two schools - Manila Elementary School and Manila High School. The district as a whole is ranked 121st out of 250 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Manila Elementary School appears to be the standout school in the district, consistently outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests across various subjects and grade levels. Its statewide ranking has improved from 288th out of 492 Arkansas elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 135th out of 495 in 2024-2025, and its SchoolDigger star rating has increased from 2 to 4 stars. In contrast, Manila High School has struggled in recent years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 107th out of 295 Arkansas high schools in 2022-2023 to 172nd out of 291 in 2024-2025.
While Manila High School spends more per student ($12,268) and has a lower student-teacher ratio (11:1) compared to Manila Elementary School ($9,407 per student and 17.8:1 ratio), these factors do not seem to be translating into better academic outcomes. Both schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as indicated by their relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, which may be a contributing factor to their performance.
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