Below Average
#3326 of 3,813 schools in IL
Mcintosh Elementary
Elementary School · Rockford SD 205
525 N Pierpont Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,326 of 3,813
In Rockford
#27 of 44
public schools
In district
#27 of 44
Rockford SD 205
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About Mcintosh Elementary
Mcintosh Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockford, IL, part of Rockford SD 205. Mcintosh Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcintosh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,326 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mcintosh Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mcintosh Elementary 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 Mcintosh Elementary 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
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Mcintosh Elementary — Students at Mcintosh Elementary score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Mcintosh Elementary Compares
See how Mcintosh Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 N Pierpont Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcintosh Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haskell Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Julia Lathrop Elem School (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Galapagos Rockford Charter Sch (rated 4.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Middle School Rockford | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Auburn High School Rockford | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Galapagos Rockford Charter Sch Rockford | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Lewis Lemon Elementary Rockford | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockford | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Ellis Elementary School Rockford | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion Rockford | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Summerdale Early Childhood Center Rockford | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad Rockford | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Washington Elementary School Rockford | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| West Middle School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Haskell Elementary School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Julia Lathrop Elem School Rockford | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS Rockford | 2.2 mi | — |
| Conklin Elem School Rockford | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Center Rockford | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| R K Welsh Elem School Rockford | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Constance Lane Elementary School Rockford | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Beyer Early Childhood Center Rockford | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| West View Elem School Rockford | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,260
Median Home Value
$89,800
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
19,671
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
38.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.4 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto, IL | 4.4 |
| Brighton Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cassell Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cedar Ridge Elem School Bloomington, IL | 4.4 |
| Centennial Elem School Streator, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcintosh Elementary
What grades does Mcintosh Elementary serve?
Mcintosh Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mcintosh Elementary?
Mcintosh Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcintosh Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcintosh Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcintosh Elementary rank in IL?
Mcintosh Elementary ranks #3,326 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mcintosh Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcintosh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Mcintosh Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcintosh Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mcintosh Elementary a charter school?
No, Mcintosh Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcintosh Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mcintosh Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcintosh Elementary?
93.1% of students at Mcintosh Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Winnebago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.3%
- Phone
- (815) 966-3275
Resources & Links
District
Rockford SD 205- District Enrollment
- 27,661
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,016
- District Rank
- #27 of 44
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