For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 913 students in 61114, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61114, IL are Spring Creek Elementary School and Clifford P Carlson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61114 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61114, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61114, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5222 Spring Creek Rd
Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 654-4960
Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 654-4960
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4015 Pepper Dr
Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 654-4955
Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 654-4955
Gr: K-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61114, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61114, IL include Spring Creek Elementary School and Clifford P Carlson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61114?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61114.
What is the racial composition of students in 61114?
61114 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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