Serving 308 students in grades 4-5, Tilton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- 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 308 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
308 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Tilton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tilton Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1602 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%

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
1%
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
44%
28%

Black
2%
16%

White
49%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilton Elementary School's ranking?
Tilton Elementary School is ranked #1602 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
308 students attend Tilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Tilton Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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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