Serving 679 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gene Dillon Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Gene Dillon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gene Dillon Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
31%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gene Dillon Elementary School's ranking?
Gene Dillon Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 1,773 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Gene Dillon Elementary School?
679 students attend Gene Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gene Dillon Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 13:1.
What grades does Gene Dillon Elementary School offer ?
Gene Dillon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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