Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diekman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Diekman Elementary School serves a central area of Dolton, IL, encompassing approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diekman Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
227 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diekman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diekman Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diekman Elementary School's ranking?
Diekman Elementary School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Diekman Elementary School?
227 students attend Diekman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Diekman Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diekman Elementary School?
Diekman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diekman Elementary School offer ?
Diekman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Diekman Elementary School part of?
Diekman Elementary School is part of Dolton SD 149 School District.
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