Manchester Valley High School is a high school located in Manchester, Carroll County, Maryland on the eastern coast of the United States. Manchester Valley is located at 3300 Maple Grove Road. The school mascot is the Maverick, and the school colors are Navy Blue and Silver.
Serving 1,374 students in grades 9-12, Manchester Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Valley High School's student population of 1,374 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Manchester Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Valley High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#455 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
84%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maverick
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Valley High School's ranking?
Manchester Valley High School is ranked #455 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Manchester Valley High School often compared to?
Manchester Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Manchester Valley High School?
1,374 students attend Manchester Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manchester Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Valley High School?
Manchester Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manchester Valley High School offer ?
Manchester Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Valley High School part of?
Manchester Valley High School is part of Carroll County School District.
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