Serving 717 students in grades 4-5, Gene Dillon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gene Dillon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gene Dillon Elementary School's student population of 717 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gene Dillon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gene Dillon Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
23%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gene Dillon Elementary School's ranking?
Gene Dillon Elementary School is ranked #632 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Gene Dillon Elementary School?
717 students attend Gene Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gene Dillon Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gene Dillon Elementary School?
Gene Dillon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gene Dillon Elementary School offer ?
Gene Dillon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Gene Dillon Elementary School part of?
Gene Dillon Elementary School is part of Bemidji Public School District.
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