Rockford East High School is a comprehensive four year high school of Rockford Public School District 205 in Rockford, Illinois. Opened in 1940 to replace Rockford High School, East opened simultaneous to Rockford West to serve the quickly expanding population.
Serving 1,708 students in grades 9-12, Rockford East High School 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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockford East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rockford East High School's student population of 1,708 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1940
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Rockford East High School 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 Rockford East High School is 0.75, which is more 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
29%
28%
Black
31%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockford East High School's ranking?
Rockford East High School is ranked #3192 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rockford East High School often compared to?
Rockford East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
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).
What is the graduation rate of Rockford East High School?
The graduation rate of Rockford East High School is 68%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rockford East High School?
1,708 students attend Rockford East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Rockford East High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockford East High School?
Rockford East High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockford East High School offer ?
Rockford East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockford East High School part of?
Rockford East High School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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