For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 45 students in Dalzell, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Dalzell, IL is Dalzell Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dalzell, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dalzell have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dalzell, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dalzell Grade School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
307 Chestnut St
Dalzell, IL 61320
(815) 663-8821
Dalzell, IL 61320
(815) 663-8821
Gr: PK-8 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dalzell, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Dalzell, IL include Dalzell Grade School.
How many public schools are located in Dalzell?
1 public schools are located in Dalzell.
What is the racial composition of students in Dalzell?
Dalzell public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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