The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)14%
26%
Black
(19-20)14%
17%
White
(19-20)72%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Rock River Challenge?
14 students attend Rock River Challenge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rock River Challenge students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does Rock River Challenge offer ?
Rock River Challenge offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Rock River Challenge part of?
Rock River Challenge is part of Lee/Ogle/Whiteside ROE School District.
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