For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 485 students in Manito, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Manito, IL are Spring Lake Elementary School and Midwest Central Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manito, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Manito have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Manito, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13650 N Manito Rd
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 545-2241
Gr: PK-8 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Midwest Central Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 E Southmoor St
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6464
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Manito, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Manito, IL include Spring Lake Elementary School and Midwest Central Primary School.
How many public preschools are located in Manito?
2 public preschools are located in Manito.
What is the racial composition of students in Manito?
Manito public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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