Best Schools in Rockdale, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Rockdale Elem School
Elementary · Rockdale Sd 84. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$170,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$170,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rockdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rockdale Elem School | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $63,570
- Median home value
- $170,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rockdale compares
Median household income
$64k
78% of Illinois median
About Schools in Rockdale, Illinois
Rockdale, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Rockdale show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rockdale is Rockdale Elem School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rockdale is served by 1 school district: Rockdale SD 84. These districts collectively serve 255 students.
Rockdale's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,570. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 255 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Rockdale
Rockdale, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,570
Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$1,242/mo
Population
19,446
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Rockdale has a median household income of $63,570. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,800, with a median rent of $1,242/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Rockdale, Illinois
How many schools are in Rockdale, Illinois?
Rockdale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rockdale, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rockdale is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Rockdale, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Rockdale on MySchoolScout is Rockdale Elem School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rockdale, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rockdale on MySchoolScout is Rockdale Elem School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Rockdale, Illinois?
Rockdale is served by 1 school district: Rockdale Sd 84.
What is the education level in Rockdale, Illinois?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Rockdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rockdale, Illinois?
The median household income in Rockdale is approximately $63,570 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rockdale, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rockdale is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rockdale, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.