Serving 261 students in grades 1-5, Rock Cut Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Cut Elementary School serves the eastern part of Loves Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Cut Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
3100 acres
School Rankings
Rock Cut Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Cut Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2381 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Cut Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Cut Elementary School is ranked #2381 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rock Cut Elementary School?
261 students attend Rock Cut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rock Cut Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Cut Elementary School?
Rock Cut Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Cut Elementary School offer ?
Rock Cut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Rock Cut Elementary School part of?
Rock Cut Elementary School is part of Harlem Ud 122 School District.
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