Very Good
#669 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 18% in state
Dahlgren Elem School
Elementary School · Hamilton Co Cusd 10 · Dahlgren, IL
A Hamilton Co Cusd 10 elementary school where students score 14 points above what's typical for similar communities.
5th and Dale St, Dahlgren, IL 62828
- Math 32% proficient (2021)
- Reading 42% proficient (2022)
- 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Dahlgren Elem School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IL average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 10 points since 2019, to 42% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 53% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 52% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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 rateThe neighborhood
Where Dahlgren Elem School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 8Car-Dependent
- Bike 27Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low125/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$64,811
Median home value
$112,700
Median rent
$439/mo
College educated
10.1%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty rate
8.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 62828; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 in Hamilton Co CUSD 10
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.9 | K–6 | Not available | 410 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Hamilton Co Cusd 10
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #1 of 4
- District spending per student
- $12,481NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 13.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
Dahlgren Elem School is listed in Hamilton Co CUSD 10; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Dahlgren Elem School
Dahlgren Elem School is a public elementary school in Dahlgren, IL, part of Hamilton Co Cusd 10, serving approximately 144 students in grades Kindergarten-6th with a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 3,813 schools in IL. State assessment records show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Dahlgren Elem School
What grades does Dahlgren Elem School serve?
Dahlgren Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dahlgren Elem School?
Dahlgren Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dahlgren Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dahlgren Elem School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dahlgren Elem School rank in IL?
Dahlgren Elem School ranks #669 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Dahlgren Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dahlgren Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dahlgren Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dahlgren Elem School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dahlgren Elem School a charter school?
No, Dahlgren Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dahlgren Elem School a Title I school?
No, Dahlgren Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dahlgren Elem School?
58.3% of students at Dahlgren Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (618) 736-2316
- Area population (ZIP 62828)
- 1,642
- Area median age
- 39
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 62828; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021, multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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.