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Best Elementary Schools in Dekalb, illinois

Compare 6 elementary schools in Dekalb. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

6
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
5,690
Total Students
Across Dekalb
13.9:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
6 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score15%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 565 students at Founders Elementary School.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About Elementary Schools in Dekalb

Dekalb, illinois offers 6 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.

Jefferson Elem School

publicelementaryK-5
211 Mccormick Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
1.4
Rating
Students
308
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Littlejohn Elem School

publicelementaryK-5
1121 School St, Dekalb, IL 60115
1.1
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
21%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Lincoln Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
220 E Sunset Pl, Dekalb, IL 60115
1
Rating
Students
272
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Gwendolyn Brooks Elem Sch

publicelementaryK-5
3225 Sangamon Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115
1
Rating
Students
328
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Founders Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5
821 S 7Th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
1
Rating
Students
565
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Dekalb Early Lrng And Dev Ctr

publicelementaryPK-PK
1515 S 4Th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
0
Rating
Students
281
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many elementary schools are in Dekalb, illinois?

There are several elementary schools in Dekalb, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.

What is the best elementary school in Dekalb?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Dekalb include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Dekalb?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Dekalb is 13.9:1.