Guilford High School is a high school located in Rockford, Illinois, United States. Guilford High School is one of four public high schools of the Rockford Public School District 205, along with Auburn, East, and Jefferson.
Serving 2,161 students in grades 9-12, Guilford High 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Guilford High School's student population of 2,161 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guilford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guilford High 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
#2253 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
27%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guilford High School's ranking?
Guilford High School is ranked #2253 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Guilford High School often compared to?
Guilford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School, Rockford East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Guilford High School is 72%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Guilford High School?
2,161 students attend Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Guilford High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guilford High School?
Guilford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guilford High School offer ?
Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Guilford High School part of?
Guilford High School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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