Serving 246 students in grades 6-8, Rock Falls Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Falls Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rock Falls, IL, encompassing approximately 7.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 1.9 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Falls Middle School's student population of 246 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rock Falls Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Falls Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1092 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Falls Middle School's ranking?
Rock Falls Middle School is ranked #1092 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rock Falls Middle School often compared to?
Rock Falls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challand Middle School, East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School, Erie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rock Falls Middle School?
246 students attend Rock Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rock Falls Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Falls Middle School?
Rock Falls Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Falls Middle School offer ?
Rock Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rock Falls Middle School part of?
Rock Falls Middle School is part of Rock Falls ESD 13 School District.
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