Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunlap Grade School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunlap Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dunlap Grade School's student population of 264 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Dunlap Grade School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunlap Grade School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunlap Grade School's ranking?
Dunlap Grade School is ranked #176 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dunlap Grade School often compared to?
Dunlap Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banner Elementary School, Hickory Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dunlap Grade School?
264 students attend Dunlap Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dunlap Grade School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunlap Grade School?
Dunlap Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunlap Grade School offer ?
Dunlap Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dunlap Grade School part of?
Dunlap Grade School is part of Dunlap CUSD 323 School District.
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