Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, Rockford Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockford Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockford Secondary's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockford Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockford Secondary is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
4%
12%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockford Secondary's ranking?
Rockford Secondary is ranked #561 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rockford Secondary often compared to?
Rockford Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Delano High School, Blaine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockford Secondary?
The graduation rate of Rockford Secondary is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rockford Secondary?
482 students attend Rockford Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rockford Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockford Secondary?
Rockford Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockford Secondary offer ?
Rockford Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockford Secondary part of?
Rockford Secondary is part of Rockford Public School District.
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