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Gladys Dillon Elementary School

1197 E Schumacher St
Burton, MI 48529
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gladys Dillon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Gladys Dillon Elementary School's student population of 237 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Gladys Dillon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Dillon Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1501 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
30-39%
35%
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
47%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gladys Dillon Elementary School's ranking?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School is ranked #1501 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
237 students attend Gladys Dillon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gladys Dillon Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladys Dillon Elementary School?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gladys Dillon Elementary School part of?
Gladys Dillon Elementary School is part of Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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