Best Schools in De Kalb, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in De Kalb by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tyler Elementary School
Elementary · Dekalb Cusd 428. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$205,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$205,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in De Kalb
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 | Tyler Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $46,808
- Median home value
- $205,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 43%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How De Kalb compares
Median household income
$47k
57% of Illinois median
About Schools in De Kalb, Illinois
De Kalb, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in De Kalb show moderate performance 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 De Kalb is Tyler Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
De Kalb is served by 1 school district: DeKalb CUSD 428. These districts collectively serve 6,719 students.
De Kalb's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,808. The poverty rate in the area is 26.1%.
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 | 280 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 |
Schools in De Kalb
De Kalb, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,808
Median Home Value
$205,700
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
42,461
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Community Profile
De Kalb has a median household income of $46,808. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $205,700, with a median rent of $1,018/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. 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 De Kalb, Illinois
How many schools are in De Kalb, Illinois?
De Kalb has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in De Kalb, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in De Kalb is 4.5 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 De Kalb, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in De Kalb on MySchoolScout is Tyler Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in De Kalb, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in De Kalb on MySchoolScout is Tyler Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve De Kalb, Illinois?
De Kalb is served by 1 school district: Dekalb Cusd 428.
What is the education level in De Kalb, Illinois?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in De Kalb have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in De Kalb, Illinois?
The median household income in De Kalb is approximately $46,808 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in De Kalb, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in De Kalb is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in De Kalb, 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.