North Rockford Middle School serves 899 students in grades 6-8.
North Rockford Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Rockford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Rockford Middle School's student population of 899 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Rockford Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of North Rockford Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#321 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rockford Middle School's ranking?
North Rockford Middle School is ranked #321 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend North Rockford Middle School?
899 students attend North Rockford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Rockford Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Rockford Middle School?
North Rockford Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Rockford Middle School offer ?
North Rockford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Rockford Middle School part of?
North Rockford Middle School is part of Rockford Public Schools School District.
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