For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,719 students in 61108, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61108, IL is Rockford East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61108 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61108, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61108 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rockford East High School, with 68% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61108, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockford East High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2929 Charles St
Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 229-2100
Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 229-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,719 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
61108, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4949 Marion Ave
Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 229-2830
Rockford, IL 61108
(815) 229-2830
Gr: K-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61108, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61108, IL include Rockford East High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61108?
1 public high schools are located in 61108.
What is the racial composition of students in 61108?
61108 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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