Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, C Henry Bloom Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C Henry Bloom Elementary School serves the northwest part of Rockford, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
C Henry Bloom Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
C Henry Bloom Elementary 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 C Henry Bloom Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
36%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C Henry Bloom Elementary School's ranking?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School is ranked #2660 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend C Henry Bloom Elementary School?
426 students attend C Henry Bloom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of C Henry Bloom Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C Henry Bloom Elementary School?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does C Henry Bloom Elementary School offer ?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is C Henry Bloom Elementary School part of?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
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