Manchester Elementary School

Port Orchard, WA 98366

Phone: (360) 443-3230
Fax: (360) 443-3289
District: South Kitsap School District

6

GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 446 students

Manchester Elementary School, a public school located in Port Orchard, WA, serves grades PK-5 in the South Kitsap School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Manchester Elementary School is a public school located in Port Orchard, WA. 446 students attend Manchester Elementary School.

School Ratings

Category Rating Details
Test Scores 6/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Smarter Balanced Assessment data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and using 2025 Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Student Growth 6/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

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Both of my children have attended Manchester Elementary. The entire staff at this school are dedicated to helping students succeed. My son, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, was welcomed and encouraged daily by everyone working there. The teachers, office staff, recess and lunchroom staff are all compassionate, knowledgeable and enthusiastic people. The principal goes above and beyond for her students and it shows in the entire environment in the building. My children have loved their time at this school. I would highly recommend enrolling your child at Manchester.

Posted: January 18, 2019

My child was transferred in 2018 when the district boundaries were changed. I am so happy with the results. I love the dialog and communication I have with not only my child's teacher, but many staff members. Mrs. Byrd, the principal, goes out of her way to stay connected to the students and to our community. I also love how this school supports the arts be it with clay class, drama club, or performances in the school and in the community. Thank you Manchester Elementary for making a challenging year of transition into a welcoming experience.

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Posted: April 30, 2018

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I don't have anything to base this by.

Posted: April 30, 2018

I don't have anything to base this by.

Posted: April 30, 2018

I haven't had any bad experiences with the teachers. I feel as though the teachers take the time to understand my children and how they are as students. This helps them to be successful.

Posted: April 30, 2018

I reviewed the school before I took my daughters there and the ratings weren't the greatest. I was a little nervous. I don't have any regrets on enrolling my children! I like the smaller atmosphere of the school. The class sizes are small so my children are able to get the one-on-one assistance they need. Mrs. Byrd is also trying to make improvements, she is the new principal. I like how she knows the kids name and says bye when the leave for the day. It makes them feel special

Posted: April 30, 2018

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Posted: November 27, 2017

Love the small school and it's many traditions. The staff is a happy staff that works well together. They have a wonderful PTSO and so many school and community events. The office staff is outstanding, always welcoming and willing to help. The school is kept clean and is well organized. The specialist teachers are very good at what they do and music performances for various holidays are exceptional. The arts are very well taught and integrated into daily instruction. It feels like family at Manchester and my girls are very happy to be apart of it.

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Posted: August 25, 2015

So far I have had nothing but good experiences with 2 of my children and their homework-load. I love the reading log concept and all the teachers have always been extremely helpful when I need more or less homework!

Posted: August 25, 2015

I am hoping that our school moves away from a "your student is only good if it sits still and is quiet" model, and more to a model that rewards students based on other positive character building attributes.

Posted: August 25, 2015

Before I moved to this area, I researched all the elementary schools in this district. I chose Manchester based on the size (I love the smaller sized school, it gives you a more personal experience...best in the district) and how the staff and educators took care of the children. I have now been here 4 years and absolutely love how involved and concerned both the teachers and staff are, not only concerning my childrens education but their emotional and social well-being as well.

Posted: May 31, 2015

They don't hold their students accountable. They have no control. Then there's favoritism and singling out one's they don't care for.

Posted: May 31, 2015

one of my kids has just the right amount but then the other one doesn't get enough.

Posted: May 31, 2015

There is no discipline at that school and if they do it's very one sided. for example: if a kid gets kicked and slapped, that kid doesn't get in trouble. but when a kid defends himself against a slap and a kick, he's the one who gets suspended and in trouble. The school doesn't discipline for homosexual slurs or racial slurs. if they do, it might only be a recess or 2. They are rewarding bad behavior which has resulted in the kids running all over the principal and teachers.
The school is horrible. worse principal I have ever encountered.

Posted: May 31, 2015

The new principal is horrible,!! there's no consistency, kids are NOT held accountable. The teachers and the principal let the kids run the school. I can't say anything good about this school , it's really gone downhill.

Posted: March 21, 2015

I have 3 kids that attend Manchester. Anytime I have had an issue the teachers have been very responsive. The ladies at the front desk are amazing and the NEW principle is fantastic!! I for one love Manchester and love my kids attending this school!!

Posted: June 10, 2014

I wrote a post about a month ago an i guess because it wasn't nice they took it off. This school was a good school but the principal is a push over and doesn't help with problems in the school all 3 of my children have attended this school an i am so disappointed in it. When children are bullied by staff an students an nothing is done really bothers me. I would not ever recommend this school to any one .

Posted: December 25, 2013

We are a military and my children have been to 4 different schools in the United States. Manchester is by far the best elementary school they have attended. My son has special needs and has had the attention he needs to strive and feel comfortable in a classroom setting. I highly recommend this school. Everyone is wonderful including the principal, office staff and all the teachers I have had the pleasure of meeting.

Posted: August 23, 2013

THIS SCHOOL IS FAIR. STILL NEEDS A LOT OF IMPROVEMENTS. SPECIALY IN THE TEACHING FIELD. THERE ARE A LOT OF PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE BULLIES.

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