Serving 830 students in grades 6-8, Bernard W Flinn Middle 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernard W Flinn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bernard W Flinn Middle School's student population of 830 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernard W Flinn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernard W Flinn Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3067 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
26%
16%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernard W Flinn Middle School's ranking?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School is ranked #3067 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bernard W Flinn Middle School?
830 students attend Bernard W Flinn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Bernard W Flinn Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bernard W Flinn Middle School?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bernard W Flinn Middle School offer ?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bernard W Flinn Middle School part of?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Reviews
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