Manhattan High School is a public high school in Manhattan, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. It is part of the Manhattan–Ogden USD 383 school district. For the 2013–2014 school year, Manhattan High had an enrollment of 1,920 students.
Serving 1,996 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,996 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manhattan High School's student population of 1,996 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,996 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1873
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Performance is good
School Rankings
Manhattan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan High School's ranking?
Manhattan High School is ranked #626 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Manhattan High School often compared to?
Manhattan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley County High School, Blue Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan High School?
The graduation rate of Manhattan High School is 83%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Manhattan High School?
1,996 students attend Manhattan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Manhattan High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manhattan High School?
Manhattan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manhattan High School offer ?
Manhattan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan High School part of?
Manhattan High School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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