Manchester Elementary School vs South Colby Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Elementary School
Port Orchard · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
458 students
South Colby Elementary
Port Orchard · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
| Measure | Manchester Elementary School Port Orchard, Washington | South Colby Elementary Port Orchard, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #424 of 1,154 | #116 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #15054 of 50,301 | #4384 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 458 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 42.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 77% |
| city | Port Orchard | Port Orchard |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Colby Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 64.6).
- •South Colby Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 58%).
- •South Colby Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 59%).
- •South Colby Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.8% vs 47.2%).
- •South Colby Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.8).
- •Manchester Elementary School is the larger school with 458 students compared with 276.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Manchester Elementary School better than South Colby Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Colby Elementary ranks higher (81.1 vs 64.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Manchester Elementary School and South Colby Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Port Orchard and Port Orchard in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manchester Elementary School: 458. South Colby Elementary: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manchester Elementary School and South Colby Elementary rank in Washington?
Manchester Elementary School is 424th of 1,154 and South Colby Elementary is 116th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).