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Rock Cut Elem School

Elementary School · Harlem UD 122

7944 Forest Hills Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.5

Grades

1st – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,520 of 3,813

In Loves Park

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Harlem UD 122

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Rock Cut Elem School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Loves Park · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rock Cut Elem School

Rock Cut Elem School is a public elementary school in Loves Park, IL, part of Harlem UD 122. Rock Cut Elem School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Cut Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,520 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Rock Cut Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,101
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Rock Cut Elem School — Students at Rock Cut Elem School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.1% (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
76%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
21%
2022
ELA
21%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Rock Cut Elem School Compares

See how Rock Cut Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in IL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

7944 Forest Hills Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rock Cut Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olson Park Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loves Park, see our Loves Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WALTER LAWSON CHILDRENS HOME Loves Park 0.5 mi
Maple Elem School Loves Park 1.0 mi 5.2
Harlem High School Machesney Park 1.3 mi 5.8
NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford 1.4 mi 7.6
Olson Park Elem School Machesney Park 1.7 mi 7.2
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Machesney Park 1.5 mi 6.3
ROCKFORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL - JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Rockford 2.0 mi 4.9
Machesney Elem School Machesney Park 1.6 mi 5.5
Windsor Elem School Loves Park 1.7 mi 4.6
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford 2.3 mi 5.2
Harlem Middle School Loves Park 1.9 mi 6.0
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 1.9 mi 6.7
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 1.9 mi 6.7
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park 2.1 mi 5.2
Spring Creek Elem School Rockford 2.7 mi 6.0
Marquette Elem School Machesney Park 2.1 mi 4.5
Ralston Elem School Machesney Park 2.6 mi 6.6
Guilford High School Rockford 2.8 mi 6.5
Loves Park Elem School Loves Park 2.7 mi 5.5
Montessori Elementary School Rockford 3.3 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,391

Median Home Value

$143,700

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

22,838

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

36.7

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Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL 5.5
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rock Cut Elem School

What grades does Rock Cut Elem School serve?

Rock Cut Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.

How many students attend Rock Cut Elem School?

Rock Cut Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Cut Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rock Cut Elem School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rock Cut Elem School rank in IL?

Rock Cut Elem School ranks #2,520 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Rock Cut Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rock Cut Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Rock Cut Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Cut Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rock Cut Elem School a charter school?

No, Rock Cut Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rock Cut Elem School a Title I school?

No, Rock Cut Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Cut Elem School?

61.1% of students at Rock Cut Elem 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

Harlem UD 122
District Enrollment
6,254
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,101
District Rank
#6 of 11

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