Hamilton Co Cusd 10 School District
School District · Mc Leansboro, Illinois
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,481
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,481
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Evaluating Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Hamilton Co Cusd 10 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dahlgren Elem School
Dahlgren · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
East Side Elementary School
Mc Leansboro · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hamilton County Jr/sr High School
Mc Leansboro · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#262 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,481
$4,209 vs Illinois median
District size
1,115 students
Typical than Illinois median
The short answer
Hamilton Co Cusd 10 ranks #262 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Hamilton Co Cusd 10's schools with real test data average 7.0/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Dahlgren Elem School (7.8/10), East Side Elementary School (6.9/10), and Hamilton County Jr/sr High School (6.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Hamilton Co Cusd 10
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dahlgren Elem School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | East Side Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Hamilton County Jr/sr High School | 6.4 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Hamilton Co Cusd 10
Hamilton Co Cusd 10 is a Mc Leansboro, Illinois school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,115 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. The district invests $12,481 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.5/10, Hamilton Co Cusd 10 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Dahlgren Elem School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Hamilton Co Cusd 10 students show an average math proficiency of 46.3% and ELA proficiency of 49.9%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Hamilton Co Cusd 10, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Hamilton Co Cusd 10 with test data.
Schools in Hamilton Co Cusd 10
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Mc Leansboro
- Total Enrollment
- 1,115
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
Hamilton Co Cusd 10 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
The average composite rating for Hamilton Co Cusd 10 is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
Hamilton Co Cusd 10 spends $12,481 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
The average student-teacher ratio in Hamilton Co Cusd 10 is 15.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
Dahlgren Elem School is the highest-rated school in Hamilton Co Cusd 10 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Hamilton Co Cusd 10?
Across schools in Hamilton Co Cusd 10 with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Hamilton Co Cusd 10 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Hamilton Co Cusd 10 has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 49.9%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in IL
Compare Hamilton Co Cusd 10 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 (643)
- Sd U-46 (56)
- Rockford Sd 205 (45)
- Springfield Sd 186 (35)
- Indian Prairie Cusd 204 (34)
- Peoria Sd 150 (32)
- Plainfield Sd 202 (31)
- Cusd 300 (29)
- Schaumburg Ccsd 54 (28)
- Mclean County USD 5 (26)
- Joliet Psd 86 (22)
- Naperville Cusd 203 (22)
- Cusd 308 (22)
- Waukegan Cusd 60 (22)
- Aurora East USD 131 (20)
- Champaign Cusd 4 (20)
- Palatine Ccsd 15 (20)
- Valley View Cusd 365u (20)
- Cusd 200 (20)
- St Charles Cusd 303 (18)
- Aurora West USD 129 (17)
- Evanston Ccsd 65 (17)
- Decatur Sd 61 (16)
- Cicero Sd 99 (15)
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.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.