School Overview
Manchester West High School, located at 9 Notre Dame Avenue in Manchester, New Hampshire, serves as a cornerstone of the Manchester School District. As one of the city's primary public secondary institutions, the school is deeply integrated into the West Side community. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school culture is shaped by a commitment to academic growth, school spirit, and a diverse student population, reflecting the broader demographics of New Hampshire’s largest city.

Beyond its core classroom offerings, Manchester West provides a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs intended to foster well-rounded student development. The school emphasizes community engagement and school pride, often rallying around their athletic teams, the Blue Knights. By leveraging its official website (http://west.mansd.org), the administration maintains communication with families regarding academic calendars, district policies, and student opportunities, ensuring that the school remains an active and accessible hub for both students and the local community.
772
Total Students
59.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Manchester West High School
Demographic Student Count
White348
Hispanic216
Black76
Asian35
Two or More95
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    348 (45.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    216 (28.0 %)
  • Two or More
    95 (12.3 %)
  • Black
    76 (9.8 %)
  • Asian
    35 (4.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Manchester School District
Phone: (603)624-6384
Website: http://west.mansd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 13
Total Students: 772
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 336
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Grade 13 1
Grade 9 222
Grade 10 195
Grade 11 208
Grade 12 146

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Manchester West High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 131
Grade 9222
Grade 10195
Grade 11208
Grade 12146
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Manchester West High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35746.2%
Male41553.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)