Manchester School District

The Manchester School District in New Hampshire consists of 21 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools, serving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. While the district as a whole struggles academically, with test scores well below state averages, a few standout schools, such as Green Acres School and Highland-Goffes Falls School, are performing relatively well, with higher test scores and lower free and reduced lunch rates.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with a strong correlation between a school's socioeconomic status (as measured by free and reduced lunch rates) and its test scores. Schools with the highest poverty rates, such as Beech Street School, tend to have the lowest test scores. Additionally, the variation in student-teacher ratios suggests that some schools may be better resourced than others, with the schools that have the lowest ratios, like Manchester School of Technology (High School) and Bakersville School, performing better than those with higher ratios.

The data highlights the need for the Manchester School District to implement targeted interventions and support to address the significant disparities in performance across its schools. Strategies that focus on improving teaching quality, increasing access to resources, and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds may be particularly important in ensuring that all students in the district have access to a high-quality education.