Serving 963 students in grades 6-8, Eisenhower 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 963 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eisenhower Middle School serves the northeast part of Rockford, IL, covering an area of approximately 32.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10 to 12 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 963 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
963 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Eisenhower 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 Eisenhower 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
#2804 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)39.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #2804 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eisenhower Middle School often compared to?
Eisenhower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Middle School?
963 students attend Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Eisenhower Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eisenhower Middle School?
Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eisenhower Middle School part of?
Eisenhower Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
View the Eisenhower Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
Seniors Last Day of School
May 07, 2027 (Friday)
EC Last Day of School
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
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