Anna Mcdonald Elementary School

200 2nd St
Manhattan, IL 60442
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 591 students in grades 3-5, Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Anna Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#691 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
41%
27%
44%
30%
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.28
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anna Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #691 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Anna Mcdonald Elementary School?
591 students attend Anna Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anna Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Anna Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Manhattan SD 114 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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