Below Average
#3236 of 3,813 schools in IL
Dawn Elser Elementary School
Elementary School · Central SD 104
309 Hartman Ln, O Fallon, IL 62269
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,236 of 3,813
In O Fallon
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Central SD 104
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Dawn Elser Elementary School
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About Dawn Elser Elementary School
Dawn Elser Elementary School is a public elementary school in O Fallon, IL, part of Central SD 104. Dawn Elser Elementary School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Dawn Elser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,236 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Dawn Elser Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Dawn Elser Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dawn Elser Elementary School — Students at Dawn Elser Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Dawn Elser Elementary School Compares
See how Dawn Elser Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
309 Hartman Ln, O Fallon, IL 62269
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dawn Elser Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores notably higher. For more schools in O Fallon, see our O Fallon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| William Holliday Elem School Fairview Heights | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch O Fallon | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairview Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Marie Schaefer Elem School O Fallon | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST CLARE CATHOLIC SCHOOL O Fallon | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Fulton Jr High School O Fallon | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School O Fallon | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| O Fallon High School O Fallon | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Fairview Heights | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Laverna Evans Elem School O Fallon | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Whiteside Middle School Belleville | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Whiteside Elem School Belleville | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Wolf Branch Elem School Swansea | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Shiloh Middle School Shiloh | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Amelia V Carriel Jr High O Fallon | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY O Fallon | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Wolf Branch Middle School Swansea | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62269 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,167
Median Home Value
$274,200
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
35,536
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
37.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcadia Elem School Olympia Fields, IL | 4.5 |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.5 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Blackhawk Elem School Freeport, IL | 4.5 |
| Brown R Elem Community Acad Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dawn Elser Elementary School
What grades does Dawn Elser Elementary School serve?
Dawn Elser Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Dawn Elser Elementary School?
Dawn Elser Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dawn Elser Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dawn Elser Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dawn Elser Elementary School rank in IL?
Dawn Elser Elementary School ranks #3,236 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Dawn Elser Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dawn Elser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Dawn Elser Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dawn Elser Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dawn Elser Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dawn Elser Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dawn Elser Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dawn Elser Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dawn Elser Elementary School?
52.1% of students at Dawn Elser Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (618) 632-6336
Resources & Links
District
Central SD 104- District Enrollment
- 636
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,837
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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