Best Schools in De Land, Illinois
1 schools · 1 High
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Deland-weldon High School
High · Deland-weldon Cusd 57. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$110,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$110,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in De Land
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 | Deland-weldon High School | 7.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $63,393
- Median home value
- $110,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How De Land compares
Median household income
$63k
77% of Illinois median
About Schools in De Land, Illinois
De Land, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in De Land 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 De Land is Deland-weldon High School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
De Land is served by 1 school district: Deland-Weldon CUSD 57. These districts collectively serve 170 students.
De Land's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,393. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in De Land
De Land, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,393
Median Home Value
$110,300
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
648
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Community Profile
De Land has a median household income of $63,393. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $110,300, with a median rent of $831/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in De Land, Illinois
How many schools are in De Land, Illinois?
De Land 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 Land, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in De Land is 7.4 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 Land, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in De Land on MySchoolScout is Deland-weldon High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in De Land, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in De Land on MySchoolScout is Deland-weldon High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve De Land, Illinois?
De Land is served by 1 school district: Deland-weldon Cusd 57.
What is the education level in De Land, Illinois?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in De Land have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in De Land, Illinois?
The median household income in De Land is approximately $63,393 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in De Land, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in De Land is 6.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in De Land, 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.