Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, North Rockford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Rockford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Rockford Middle School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Rockford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Rockford Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rockford Middle School's ranking?
North Rockford Middle School is ranked #313 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Rockford Middle School often compared to?
North Rockford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chandler Woods Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Rockford Middle School?
914 students attend North Rockford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Rockford Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Rockford Middle School?
North Rockford Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Rockford Middle School offer ?
North Rockford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Rockford Middle School part of?
North Rockford Middle School is part of Rockford School District.
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