The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)14%
26%
Black
(19-20)14%
17%
White
(19-20)72%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Rock River Challenge?
14 students attend Rock River Challenge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rock River Challenge students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What grades does Rock River Challenge offer ?
Rock River Challenge offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Rock River Challenge part of?
Rock River Challenge is part of Lee/Ogle/Whiteside ROE School District.
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