Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Haskell 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haskell Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Fosters inquiry, problem-solving, innovation and growth mindset.
School Rankings
Haskell 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 Haskell Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haskell Elementary School's ranking?
Haskell Elementary School is ranked #2046 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Haskell Elementary School?
301 students attend Haskell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Haskell Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haskell Elementary School?
Haskell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haskell Elementary School offer ?
Haskell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Haskell Elementary School part of?
Haskell Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
View the Haskell Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
K-12 First Day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
EC First Day of School
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
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