Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dakota Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dakota Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Dakota Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#751 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Elementary School's ranking?
Dakota Elementary School is ranked #751 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dakota Elementary School?
410 students attend Dakota Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dakota Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Elementary School?
Dakota Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dakota Elementary School offer ?
Dakota Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dakota Elementary School part of?
Dakota Elementary School is part of Dakota CUSD 201 School District.
School Calendar
View the Dakota Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
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