School Overview
Manchester High School, located at 134 Middle Turnpike E in Manchester, Connecticut, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Manchester Public Schools district. As a large, comprehensive high school, it provides a diverse academic curriculum designed to cater to a wide range of student interests and career aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive "pride" culture, encouraging students to engage in both rigorous classroom instruction and a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations, which are essential components of the campus life.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Manchester High School is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military. The school utilizes its website, mpspride.org, as a primary hub for communication, offering parents and students easy access to calendars, department information, and district-wide resources. By balancing traditional academic expectations with modern support systems, the school strives to maintain a vibrant, inclusive environment that reflects the broader values and community spirit of the town of Manchester.
1,703
Total Students
153.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Manchester High School
Demographic Student Count
White442
Hispanic626
Black422
Asian137
Two or More60
American Indian9
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    626 (36.8%)
  • White
    442 (26.0%)
  • Black
    422 (24.8%)
  • Asian
    137 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    60 (3.5%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Manchester School District
Phone: (860)647-3530
Website: http://www.mpspride.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,703
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 153.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 867
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 130
Grades Taught
Grade 9 369
Grade 10 521
Grade 11 425
Grade 12 388

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Manchester High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9369
Grade 10521
Grade 11425
Grade 12388
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Manchester High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female86150.6%
Male83849.2%
Not Specified40.2%
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