Manchester High School is a high school located in the unincorporated town of Midlothian in Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. The school is a part of Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Serving 2,236 students in grades 9-12, Manchester High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester High School's student population of 2,236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Manchester High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1171 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
27%
21%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester High School's ranking?
Manchester High School is ranked #1171 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Manchester High School often compared to?
Manchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester High School is 87%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Manchester High School?
2,236 students attend Manchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Manchester High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester High School?
Manchester High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester High School offer ?
Manchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester High School part of?
Manchester High School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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