G N DIETERICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

G N Dieterich Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Aurora East USD 131 school district, located in Aurora, IL with about 557 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, G N Dieterich Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

G.N. Dieterich Elementary School, located on Jackson Street in Aurora, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the East Aurora School District 131. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for a diverse student population, emphasizing core academic development alongside social-emotional growth. By integrating classroom instruction with various support services, the school strives to prepare its students—ranging from early childhood through the elementary grades—for long-term success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its focus on standard curriculum, Dieterich Elementary is known for its commitment to community engagement and inclusivity. The school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, often implementing programs designed to bridge the gap between home and school life to ensure that every student has access to the resources they need to thrive. With a mission rooted in equity and achievement, the faculty and staff work collaboratively to cultivate a welcoming culture where students from various backgrounds are encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact G N Dieterich Elem School at (630) 299-8280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1141 Jackson St
Aurora, IL 60505-5647
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G N DIETERICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Aurora, IL with about 557 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
557
Teachers:
32.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 557 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending G N DIETERICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 87% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
87.1%
Black or African American
6.5%
White
4.8%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.