Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, G N Dieterich 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G N Dieterich Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
G N Dieterich Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
G N Dieterich 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 G N Dieterich Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#3027 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)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
91%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
18%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G N Dieterich Elementary School's ranking?
G N Dieterich Elementary School is ranked #3027 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are G N Dieterich Elementary School often compared to?
G N Dieterich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W S Beaupre Elementary School, John Gates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend G N Dieterich Elementary School?
507 students attend G N Dieterich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of G N Dieterich Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G N Dieterich Elementary School?
G N Dieterich Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does G N Dieterich Elementary School offer ?
G N Dieterich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is G N Dieterich Elementary School part of?
G N Dieterich Elementary School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
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