Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rock Island Academy 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Island Academy serves the northern part of Rock Island, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Island Academy's student population of 540 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empower diverse learners in a safe and respectful environment.
School Rankings
Rock Island Academy 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 Island Academy is 0.56, 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
#3192 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Island Academy's ranking?
Rock Island Academy is ranked #3192 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rock Island Academy?
540 students attend Rock Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rock Island Academy students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Island Academy?
Rock Island Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Island Academy offer ?
Rock Island Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rock Island Academy part of?
Rock Island Academy is part of Rock Island SD 41 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Island Academy located?
Rock Island Academy is located in the Longview neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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