For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,092 students in North Manchester, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN are Manchester Elementary School and Manchester Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North Manchester, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in North Manchester have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in North Manchester, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 River Rd
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-7541
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-7541
Gr: PK-3 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Manchester Jr-sr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Squire Dr
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-2196
North Manchester, IN 46962
(260) 982-2196
Gr: 7-12 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in North Manchester, IN include Manchester Elementary School and Manchester Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in North Manchester?
2 public schools are located in North Manchester.
What is the racial composition of students in North Manchester?
North Manchester public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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