Manning Early Childhood Center serves 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in SC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manning Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manning Early Childhood Center's student population of 667 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Manning Early Childhood Center is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
62%
31%
White
27%
46%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Manning Early Childhood Center?
667 students attend Manning Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manning Early Childhood Center students are Black, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manning Early Childhood Center?
Manning Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manning Early Childhood Center offer ?
Manning Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manning Early Childhood Center part of?
Manning Early Childhood Center is part of Clarendon 06 School District.
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