Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet's student population of 585 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet's ranking?
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet is ranked #398 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet often compared to?
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Hanover Elementary School, Delano Elementary School, Zachary Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet?
585 students attend Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet?
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet offer ?
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet part of?
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet is part of Rockford Public School District.
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