Serving 288 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manierre Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manierre Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
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 0.20, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
89%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
28%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
288 students attend Manierre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Manierre Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manierre Elementary School?
Manierre Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 School District.
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
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR SCHOLARS - K-8TH GRADES
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR PRE-K SCHOLARS
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR PRE-K SCHOLARS
June 03, 2026 (Wednesday)
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