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Dream Academy

46 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(School attendance zone shown in map)

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (15-16)
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)
n/a
5%
Hispanic
(15-16)
71%
26%
Black
(15-16)
14%
17%
White
(15-16)
12%
49%
Hawaiian
(15-16)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)
3%
3%
n/a
(16-17)
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (15-16)
86%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
55%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Dream Academy?
The graduation rate of Dream Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dream Academy?
156 students attend Dream Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dream Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Dream Academy offer ?
Dream Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dream Academy part of?
Dream Academy is part of School District U-46.
In what neighborhood is Dream Academy located?
Dream Academy is located in the Elgin Historic District neighborhood of Elgin, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Elgin Historic District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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