Middle Schools in Manchester School District

The Manchester School District in Connecticut is home to two middle schools: Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy and Illing Middle School. Both schools serve students in grades 6-8 and face similar challenges, with performance metrics that lag behind the state averages.

While there are no clear standout schools in the district, the data reveals some key insights. Both Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy and Illing Middle School have a chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7%, which is an area of concern. In terms of academic performance, the schools generally perform below the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency, with Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy slightly outperforming the district average but still trailing the state. Both schools have a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced lunch rates around 60%.

The district's spending per student is relatively consistent, with Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy spending $17,772 per student and Illing Middle School spending $18,221 per student. The student-teacher ratios are also similar, with Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy at 11.2 and Illing Middle School at 10.1. Overall, the data suggests that the Manchester School District faces significant challenges in improving the academic performance and addressing the socioeconomic needs of its middle school students, and a more comprehensive approach may be necessary to drive meaningful change.