Dillon Elementary School serves 278 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Attendance Zone: Dillon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rock Falls, IL, covering approximately 7.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dillon Elementary School's student population of 278 students has grown by 13% 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
278 students
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 0.56, 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dillon Elementary School often compared to?
Dillon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School, Fulton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dillon Elementary School?
278 students attend Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dillon Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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