Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midwest Central Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midwest Central Primary School serves the entire district of Manito, IL, covering an area of approximately 197 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midwest Central Primary School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midwest Central Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midwest Central Primary School is 0.12, 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
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midwest Central Primary School's ranking?
Midwest Central Primary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Midwest Central Primary School often compared to?
Midwest Central Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Elementary School, Edison Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Midwest Central Primary School?
430 students attend Midwest Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Midwest Central Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midwest Central Primary School?
Midwest Central Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midwest Central Primary School offer ?
Midwest Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Midwest Central Primary School part of?
Midwest Central Primary School is part of Midwest Central CUSD 191 School District.
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