For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 406 students in Dakota, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in Dakota, IL is Dakota Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dakota, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dakota have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dakota, IL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dakota Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Campus Dr
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dakota, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dakota, IL include Dakota Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dakota?
1 public elementary schools are located in Dakota.
What is the racial composition of students in Dakota?
Dakota public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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