For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,273 students in Rockford, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 507 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Rockford, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%). Rockford has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
The top ranked public schools in Rockford, MI are Valley View Elementary School, Rockford Spanish Immersion and Lakes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockford, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Rockford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rockford, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
405 Summit Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6366
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6366
Grades: K-5
| 617 students
Rank: #22.
Rockford Spanish Immersion
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3900 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Grades: K-5
| 306 students
Rank: #33.
Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6849 Young Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6340
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6340
Grades: K-5
| 502 students
Rank: #44.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6350 Courtland Dr Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6346
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6346
Grades: K-5
| 468 students
Rank: #55.
Rockford High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4100 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6030
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6030
Grades: 9-12
| 1,823 students
Rank: #66.
Roguewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3900 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6374
Grades: K-5
| 295 students
Rank: #77.
North Rockford Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
397 E Division St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6300
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 914 students
Rank: #88.
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8100 Courtland Dr Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Cannonsburg Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4894 Sturgis Ave Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6344
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6344
Grades: K-5
| 231 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Lewis St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Grades: PK-5
| 270 students
Rank: #1111.
East Rockford Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8615 9 Mile Rd Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6140
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6140
Grades: 6-8
| 785 students
Rank: #1212.
River Valley Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
350 N Main St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6324
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6324
Grades: 9-12
| 40 students
Rank: n/an/a
4500 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Grades: 9
| 558 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rockford Special Services R1ts
Special Education School
235 Courtland St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6326
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6326
Grades: Inquire with school
| 32 students
Rockford, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rfc Alternative Education Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
4100 Kroes
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Grades: 9
| 12 students
4100 Kroes St Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6322
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6322
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rockford, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Rockford, MI include Valley View Elementary School, Rockford Spanish Immersion and Lakes Elementary School. Rockford has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
How many public schools are located in Rockford?
14 public schools are located in Rockford.
What percentage of students in Rockford go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Rockford are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rockford?
Rockford public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Rockford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rockford include: Parkside Elementary School vs. Valley View Elementary School, Rockford High School Freshman Center vs. Rockford High School, Valley View Elementary School vs. Parkside Elementary School
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