Best Schools in Dahlgren, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Dahlgren Elem School
Elementary · Hamilton Co Cusd 10. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$112,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$112,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dahlgren
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dahlgren Elem School | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $64,811
- Median home value
- $112,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Dahlgren compares
Median household income
$65k
79% of Illinois median
About Schools in Dahlgren, Illinois
Dahlgren, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Dahlgren perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dahlgren is Dahlgren Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dahlgren is served by 1 school district: Hamilton Co CUSD 10. These districts collectively serve 1,115 students.
Dahlgren's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,811. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 144 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
Schools in Dahlgren
Dahlgren, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,811
Median Home Value
$112,700
Median Rent
$439/mo
Population
1,642
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Dahlgren has a median household income of $64,811. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $112,700, with a median rent of $439/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dahlgren, Illinois
How many schools are in Dahlgren, Illinois?
Dahlgren has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dahlgren, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dahlgren is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Dahlgren, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Dahlgren on MySchoolScout is Dahlgren Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dahlgren, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dahlgren on MySchoolScout is Dahlgren Elem School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Dahlgren, Illinois?
Dahlgren is served by 1 school district: Hamilton Co Cusd 10.
What is the education level in Dahlgren, Illinois?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Dahlgren have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dahlgren, Illinois?
The median household income in Dahlgren is approximately $64,811 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dahlgren, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dahlgren is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dahlgren, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.