Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Manteno Elementary 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manteno Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manteno Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manteno Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manteno Elementary School's ranking?
Manteno Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Manteno Elementary School often compared to?
Manteno Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manteno Middle School, Manteno High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Manteno Elementary School?
696 students attend Manteno Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Manteno Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manteno Elementary School?
Manteno Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manteno Elementary School offer ?
Manteno Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Manteno Elementary School part of?
Manteno Elementary School is part of Manteno CUSD 5 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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