Best Manito Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 486 students in Manito, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manito, IL are Spring Lake Elementary School and Midwest Central Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manito, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manito have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Manito, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13650 N Manito Rd
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Midwest Central Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
450 E Southmoor St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Manito, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manito, IL include Spring Lake Elementary School and Midwest Central Primary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manito?
2 public elementary schools are located in Manito.
What is the racial composition of students in Manito?
Manito public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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