MIDWEST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Midwest Central High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Midwest Central CUSD 191 school district, located in Manito, IL with about 291 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Midwest Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Midwest Central High School is a public secondary school located in the small village of Manito, Illinois. Serving as the primary high school for the Midwest Central Community Unit School District 191, the institution focuses on providing a tight-knit educational environment for students in the surrounding rural communities. The school typically offers a standard comprehensive curriculum, including core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education or the workforce.

As a rural district school, Midwest Central often plays a central role in the local community, emphasizing small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff are closely integrated with student life. The school participates in regional athletic programs and various student organizations, fostering a sense of school spirit and community engagement. By balancing traditional academic standards with local traditions, the high school strives to meet the unique needs of its student body while maintaining the close-knit character typical of small-town Illinois education.

For more information, contact Midwest Central High School at (309) 968-6766 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.