Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dalzell Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dalzell Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dalzell, IL, encompassing approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalzell Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dalzell Grade School's student population of 45 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dalzell Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalzell Grade School is 0.31, 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
#1074 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalzell Grade School's ranking?
Dalzell Grade School is ranked #1074 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dalzell Grade School?
45 students attend Dalzell Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dalzell Grade School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalzell Grade School?
Dalzell Grade School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dalzell Grade School offer ?
Dalzell Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dalzell Grade School part of?
Dalzell Grade School is part of Dalzell SD 98 School District.
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