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#3372 of 3,813 schools in IL

Ricms

Elementary School · Rock Island SD 41

2101 16th Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,372 of 3,813

In Rock Island

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

Rock Island SD 41

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Ricms

4.3/10

Elementary School in Rock Island · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rock Island Academy

6.2/10

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Rock Island High School

5.0/10

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About Ricms

Ricms is a public elementary school in Rock Island, IL, part of Rock Island SD 41. Ricms serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ricms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,372 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Ricms show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-6.13 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,881
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Ricms — Students at Ricms score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
83%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
53%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2022
ELA
16%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Ricms Compares

See how Ricms performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in IL
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

2101 16th Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ricms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earl H Hanson Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Davenport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JORDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rock Island, see our Rock Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Rock Island Academy Rock Island 0.6 mi 6.2
Rock Island High School Rock Island 0.8 mi 5.0
JORDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Island 1.2 mi 6.6
Washington Jr High School Rock Island 1.0 mi 4.4
Frances Willard Elem School Rock Island 1.1 mi 5.6
Eugene Field Elem School Rock Island 1.4 mi 5.5
ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island 1.3 mi 6.4
Denkmann Elem School Rock Island 1.4 mi 4.5
Longfellow Elem School Rock Island 1.5 mi 4.5
Earl H Hanson Elem School Rock Island 2.0 mi 7.3
Edison Jr High School Rock Island 2.0 mi 5.4
Horace Mann ELC Rock Island 2.1 mi 4.4
Central High School Davenport 2.4 mi 3.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline 1.8 mi
Jefferson Elementary School Davenport 2.5 mi 2.0
Children's Village At Hoover Davenport 2.5 mi 2.6
Madison Elementary School Davenport 2.9 mi 1.7
Sudlow Intermediate Davenport 3.0 mi 5.0
Frank L Smart Intermediate Davenport 2.7 mi 1.9
ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport 3.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,260

Median Home Value

$118,300

Median Rent

$822/mo

Population

37,294

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

37.3

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Clissold Elem School Chicago, IL 4.3
Eastwood Elem School East Alton, IL 4.3
Edison Elementary School Macomb, IL 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ricms

What grades does Ricms serve?

Ricms serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Ricms?

Ricms has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ricms?

The student-teacher ratio at Ricms is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ricms rank in IL?

Ricms ranks #3,372 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Ricms's MySchoolScout rating?

Ricms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Ricms?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ricms has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Ricms a charter school?

No, Ricms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ricms a Title I school?

No, Ricms is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ricms?

67.1% of students at Ricms 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rock Island County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

Rock Island SD 41
District Enrollment
6,209
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,881
District Rank
#13 of 13

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