Dillon Elementary School serves 259 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dillon Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dare to Dream and Strive to Succeed!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dillon Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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 schools are Dillon Elementary School often compared to?
Dillon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dillon Elementary School?
259 students attend Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dillon Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillon Elementary School?
Dillon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dillon Elementary School offer ?
Dillon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Dillon Elementary School part of?
Dillon Elementary School is part of Rock Falls ESD 13 School District.
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