For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 720 students in Manito, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Manito, IL are Spring Lake Elementary School, Midwest Central Primary School and Midwest Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manito, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Manito have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Manito, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13650 N Manito Rd
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Gr: PK-8 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Midwest Central Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Southmoor St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Midwest Central High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 S Washington St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6766
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6766
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Manito, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Manito, IL include Spring Lake Elementary School, Midwest Central Primary School and Midwest Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Manito?
3 public schools are located in Manito.
What is the racial composition of students in Manito?
Manito public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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