For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,239 students in Manteno, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Manteno, IL are Manteno Elementary School and Manteno Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manteno, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manteno have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Manteno, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manteno Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 W Cook St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7200
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7200
Gr: PK-4 | 697 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Manteno Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 N Poplar St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7150
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7150
Gr: 5-8 | 542 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Manteno, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Indian Oaks Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 Bramble Ln
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 802-3753
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 802-3753
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Kankakee M S U (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
37040 South State Route 102
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 476-5201
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 476-5201
251 North Maple St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7051
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7051
Gr: PK-1 | 266 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Manteno, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Manteno, IL include Manteno Elementary School and Manteno Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manteno?
2 public elementary schools are located in Manteno.
What is the racial composition of students in Manteno?
Manteno public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Manteno are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Manteno include: Manteno Middle School vs. Manteno Elementary School, Manteno Elementary School vs. Manteno Middle School
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