Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dillsboro Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dillsboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dillsboro Elementary School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Prepare to Grow.
School Rankings
Dillsboro Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dillsboro Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#318 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Dillsboro Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dillsboro Elementary School?
219 students attend Dillsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dillsboro Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dillsboro Elementary School?
Dillsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dillsboro Elementary School offer ?
Dillsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dillsboro Elementary School part of?
Dillsboro Elementary School is part of South Dearborn Community School Corporation School District.
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