Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Manierre Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manierre Elementary School serves the northeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manierre Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manierre Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manierre Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manierre Elementary School's ranking?
Manierre Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Manierre Elementary School often compared to?
Manierre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Academy Of Social Justice, Otis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Manierre Elementary School?
269 students attend Manierre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manierre Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manierre Elementary School?
Manierre Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manierre Elementary School offer ?
Manierre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Manierre Elementary School part of?
Manierre Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Manierre Elementary School located?
Manierre Elementary School is located in the Near North Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Near North Side.
School Calendar
View the Manierre Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR PRE-K SCHOLARS
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR SCHOLARS
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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