Haskell Elementary School

515 Maple St
Rockford, IL 61103
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 285 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 Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Haskell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Haskell Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
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 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
27%
20-24%
30%
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
42%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
285 students attend Haskell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Haskell Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% 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

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Event
Date
Early Childhood: First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
Grade 12: Last Day of School
May 08, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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