Serving 288 students in grades 4-5, Tilton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tilton Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Tilton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tilton Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rochelle CCSD 231 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilton Elementary School's ranking?
Tilton Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tilton Elementary School often compared to?
Tilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tilton Elementary School?
288 students attend Tilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tilton Elementary School?
Tilton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tilton Elementary School offer ?
Tilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Tilton Elementary School part of?
Tilton Elementary School is part of Rochelle CCSD 231 School District.
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