For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 754 students in Dakota, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Dakota, IL are Dakota Elementary School and Dakota Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dakota, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dakota have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dakota, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dakota Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Campus Dr
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Gr: PK-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Dakota Jr Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Campus Dr
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Gr: 7-12 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dakota, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Dakota, IL include Dakota Elementary School and Dakota Jr Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Dakota?
2 public schools are located in Dakota.
What is the racial composition of students in Dakota?
Dakota public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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