For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 730 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 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Manito have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Manito, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13650 N Manito Rd
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Grades: PK-8
| 59 students
Rank: #22.
Midwest Central Primary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 E Southmoor St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #33.
Midwest Central High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
910 S Washington St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6766
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6766
Grades: 9-12
| 244 students
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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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