For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 749 students in Dakota, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Dakota, IL are Dakota Jr Sr High School and Dakota Elementary 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 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dakota have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Jr Sr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Campus Dr
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Grades: 7-12
| 343 students
Rank: #22.
Dakota Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Campus Dr
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Dakota, IL 61018
(844) 632-5682
Grades: PK-6
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dakota, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Dakota, IL include Dakota Jr Sr High School and Dakota Elementary 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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