For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,205 students in 61071, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61071, IL are Rock Falls Middle School, Montmorency Ccsd #145 and East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61071 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61071, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61071, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Falls Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1701 12th Ave
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 626-2626
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 626-2626
Gr: 6-8 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Montmorency Ccsd #145
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9415 Hoover Rd
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-6616
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-6616
Gr: K-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1602 Dixon Rd
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-4400
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-4400
Gr: PK-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Regional Center For Change Alop
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 E 5th St
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 564-2032
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 564-2032
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #55.
Merrill Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 4th Ave
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-4634
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-4634
Gr: 3-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Thome Educational School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E 5th St
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-1026
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-1026
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
1901 8th Ave
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-3356
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 625-3356
Gr: K-2 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Regional Center For Change
Alternative School
500 E 5th St
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 564-2032
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 564-2032
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61071, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61071, IL include Rock Falls Middle School, Montmorency Ccsd #145 and East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61071?
8 public elementary schools are located in 61071.
What is the racial composition of students in 61071?
61071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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