Serving 257 students in grades 2-3, Rochester Elementary 2-3 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rochester Elementary 2-3's student population of 257 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rochester Elementary 2-3 is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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
What schools are Rochester Elementary 2-3 often compared to?
Rochester Elementary 2-3is often viewed alongside schools like Tri-city Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rochester Elementary 2-3?
257 students attend Rochester Elementary 2-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rochester Elementary 2-3 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester Elementary 2-3?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Elementary 2-3 offer ?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Rochester Elementary 2-3 part of?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 is part of Rochester CUSD 3a School District.
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