For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,994 students in Dunlap, IL. Dunlap has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Illinois.
The top ranked public schools in Dunlap, IL are Dunlap Middle School, Hickory Grove Elementary School and Dunlap High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dunlap, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dunlap have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dunlap, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dunlap Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 W Cedar Hills Dr
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Hickory Grove Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2514 W Hickory Grove Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Grades: PK-5
| 856 students
Rank: #33.
Dunlap High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5220 W Legion Hall Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7751
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7751
Grades: 9-12
| 1,390 students
Rank: #44.
Dunlap Grade School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 S 1st St
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Rank: #55.
Banner Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12610 N Allen Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #66.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13120 N State Route 91
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Grades: 6-8
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dunlap, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Dunlap, IL include Dunlap Middle School, Hickory Grove Elementary School and Dunlap High School. Dunlap has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Illinois.
How many public schools are located in Dunlap?
6 public schools are located in Dunlap.
What is the racial composition of students in Dunlap?
Dunlap public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Dunlap are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dunlap include: Dunlap Valley Middle School vs. Dunlap Middle School, Dunlap Middle School vs. Dunlap Valley Middle School, Banner Elementary School vs. Hickory Grove Elementary School
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