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Rockdale Elem School
Elementary School · Rockdale SD 84
715 Meadow Ave, Rockdale, IL 60436
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,291 of 3,813
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Rockdale Elem School
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About Rockdale Elem School
Rockdale Elem School is a public elementary school in Rockdale, IL, part of Rockdale SD 84. Rockdale Elem School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockdale Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,291 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Rockdale Elem School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Rockdale Elem 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
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Rockdale Elem School — Students at Rockdale Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
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: 5.0/10.
How Rockdale Elem School Compares
See how Rockdale Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
715 Meadow Ave, Rockdale, IL 60436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rockdale Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Joliet), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JUDE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Joliet), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Joliet), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockdale, see our Rockdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Farragut Elem School Joliet | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 2.1 mi | — |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 2.2 mi | — |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,570
Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$1,242/mo
Population
19,446
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alden Hebron Elem School Hebron, IL | 5.8 |
| Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach, IL | 5.8 |
| Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago, IL | 5.8 |
| Cairo Elementary School Cairo, IL | 5.8 |
| Clark Elementary School South Beloit, IL | 5.8 |
| Columbus Manor Elem School Oak Lawn, IL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rockdale Elem School
What grades does Rockdale Elem School serve?
Rockdale Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rockdale Elem School?
Rockdale Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockdale Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rockdale Elem School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rockdale Elem School rank in IL?
Rockdale Elem School ranks #2,291 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Rockdale Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rockdale Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Rockdale Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockdale Elem School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rockdale Elem School a charter school?
No, Rockdale Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rockdale Elem School a Title I school?
No, Rockdale Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rockdale Elem School?
71.4% of students at Rockdale 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (815) 725-5321
Resources & Links
District
Rockdale SD 84- District Enrollment
- 255
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,478
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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