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Constance Lane Elementary School

Elementary School · Rockford SD 205

620 Gregory St, Rockford, IL 61104

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,215 of 3,813

In Rockford

#22 of 44

public schools

In district

#22 of 44

Rockford SD 205

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Constance Lane Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Rockford · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Constance Lane Elementary School

Constance Lane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rockford, IL, part of Rockford SD 205. Constance Lane Elementary School serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Constance Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,215 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Constance Lane Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Constance Lane Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

62% of students at Constance Lane Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,016
Chronic Absenteeism62.2%

Constance Lane Elementary School — Students at Constance Lane Elementary School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Constance Lane Elementary School Compares

See how Constance Lane Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in IL
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.2%

Location

620 Gregory St, Rockford, IL 61104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Constance Lane Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverdahl Elem School (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haskell Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jackson Charter School (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Beyer Early Childhood Center Rockford 0.7 mi 5.1
BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS Rockford 0.9 mi
Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford 0.9 mi 3.7
Jackson Charter School Rockford 1.1 mi 5.4
Washington Elementary School Rockford 1.0 mi 4.5
Haskell Elementary School Rockford 1.5 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Center Rockford 1.7 mi 6.5
Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion Rockford 1.4 mi 3.8
Julia Lathrop Elem School Rockford 1.6 mi 5.1
Ellis Elementary School Rockford 1.7 mi 4.3
West Middle School Rockford 2.4 mi 5.0
Lewis Lemon Elementary Rockford 2.0 mi 4.2
R K Welsh Elem School Rockford 2.5 mi 3.4
KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford 2.3 mi 8.5
Riverdahl Elem School Rockford 2.6 mi 6.3
Rockford East High School Rockford 2.0 mi 4.8
Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad Rockford 2.0 mi 3.6
Whitehead Elem School Rockford 2.4 mi 4.0
C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford 2.5 mi 4.0
Summerdale Early Childhood Center Rockford 3.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,161

Median Home Value

$83,700

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

17,584

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

39.4%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Constance Lane Elementary School

What grades does Constance Lane Elementary School serve?

Constance Lane Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Constance Lane Elementary School?

Constance Lane Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Constance Lane Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Constance Lane Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Constance Lane Elementary School rank in IL?

Constance Lane Elementary School ranks #3,215 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Constance Lane Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Constance Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Constance Lane Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Constance Lane Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Constance Lane Elementary School a charter school?

No, Constance Lane Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Constance Lane Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Constance Lane Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Constance Lane Elementary School?

89.9% of students at Constance Lane Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.2%

District

Rockford SD 205
District Enrollment
27,661
Schools in District
45
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,016
District Rank
#22 of 44

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