For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 144 students in Dahlgren, IL.
The top ranked public school in Dahlgren, IL is Dahlgren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dahlgren, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dahlgren have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dahlgren, IL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dahlgren Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5th And Dale St
Dahlgren, IL 62828
(618) 736-2316
Dahlgren, IL 62828
(618) 736-2316
Gr: K-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dahlgren, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Dahlgren, IL include Dahlgren Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dahlgren?
1 public schools are located in Dahlgren.
What is the racial composition of students in Dahlgren?
Dahlgren public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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