Best Schools in Dale, Indiana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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David Turnham Education Center
Elementary · North Spencer County Sch Corp. 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
$121,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$121,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dale
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 | David Turnham Education Center | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $65,000
- Median home value
- $121,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dale compares
Median household income
$65k
90% of Indiana median
About Schools in Dale, Indiana
Dale, Indiana 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 Dale 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 Dale is David Turnham Education Center with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dale is served by 1 school district: North Spencer County Sch Corp. These districts collectively serve 2,116 students.
Dale's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,000. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.
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 | 299 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.8 |
Schools in Dale
Dale, Indiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,000
Median Home Value
$121,500
Median Rent
$781/mo
Population
3,518
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Dale has a median household income of $65,000. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,500, with a median rent of $781/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Indiana
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in Dale, Indiana
How many schools are in Dale, Indiana?
Dale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dale, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dale 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 Dale, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Dale on MySchoolScout is David Turnham Education Center with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dale, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dale on MySchoolScout is David Turnham Education Center with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Dale, Indiana?
Dale is served by 1 school district: North Spencer County Sch Corp.
What is the education level in Dale, Indiana?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Dale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dale, Indiana?
The median household income in Dale is approximately $65,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dale, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dale is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dale, Indiana?
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, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.