Manchester Memorial High School is a four-year comprehensive school in Manchester, New Hampshire, with an enrollment of approximately 1,600. It is a part of the Manchester School District. The school's Latin motto is "scientia est potentia." Manchester Memorial accepts students from Manchester.
Serving 1,296 students in grades 9-12, Manchester Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Manchester Memorial High School's student population of 1,296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Manchester Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Memorial High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
9%
2%
White
55%
82%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Memorial High School's ranking?
Manchester Memorial High School is ranked #332 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Manchester Memorial High School often compared to?
Manchester Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester Memorial High School is 75%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Manchester Memorial High School?
1,296 students attend Manchester Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Manchester Memorial High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Memorial High School?
Manchester Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manchester Memorial High School offer ?
Manchester Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester Memorial High School part of?
Manchester Memorial High School is part of Manchester School District.
School Reviews
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