Serving 807 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernard W Flinn Middle School serves the southeast portion of Rockford, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 40.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernard W Flinn Middle School's student population of 807 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernard W Flinn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernard W Flinn Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3127 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
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 #3127 out of 3,542 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
807 students attend Bernard W Flinn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bernard W Flinn Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernard W Flinn Middle School?
Bernard W Flinn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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.
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