Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gladys Dillon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladys Dillon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gladys Dillon Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gladys Dillon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Dillon Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1726 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
39%
18%
White
42%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladys Dillon Elementary School's ranking?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School is ranked #1726 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gladys Dillon Elementary School?
257 students attend Gladys Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gladys Dillon Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladys Dillon Elementary School?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gladys Dillon Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladys Dillon Elementary School part of?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School is part of Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools School District.
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