For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,801 students in Manteno, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 85 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Manteno, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Manteno, IL are Manteno Elementary School, Manteno Middle School and Manteno High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manteno, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Manteno have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Manteno, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manteno Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
555 W Cook St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7200
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7200
Gr: PK-4 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Manteno Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 N Poplar St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7150
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7150
Gr: 5-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Manteno High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
443 N Maple St
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7100
Manteno, IL 60950
(815) 928-7100
Gr: 8-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Manteno, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Manteno, IL include Manteno Elementary School, Manteno Middle School and Manteno High School.
How many public schools are located in Manteno?
3 public schools are located in Manteno.
What percentage of students in Manteno go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Manteno are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Manteno?
Manteno public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Manteno are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Manteno include: Manteno Middle School vs. Manteno Elementary School, Manteno Middle School vs. Manteno High School, Manteno Elementary School vs. Manteno Middle School
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