Dieterich Elem School

Dieterich Elementary School serves 344 students in grades pre-K through 6th in the rural community of Dieterich, Illinois. With 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1, providing students with personalized attention in their learning environment. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 78th percentile among Illinois elementary schools at #852 out of 3,819 schools statewide.

Students show strong academic achievement with an 8.6 out of 10 academic score, while 47% of students perform at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. Dieterich Elementary draws from a stable rural community where the median household income is $76,833 and median home values are $207,400. The area has a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%, with 28% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

This economic stability creates a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement. Located at 205 S Pine Street in Effingham County, the school serves as an educational cornerstone in this close-knit rural Illinois community of approximately 2,475 residents.

Located in a rural area, Dieterich Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.