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Rockford Christian Schools

School

1401 N BELL SCHOOL RD, Rockford, IL 61107

Private

Enrollment

685

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#546 of 716

In Rockford

#12 of 16

public schools

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Rockford Christian Schools

5.4/10

School in Rockford · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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6.5/10

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About Rockford Christian Schools

Rockford Christian Schools is a private school in Rockford, IL. Rockford Christian Schools serves approximately 685 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockford Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.8 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Rockford Christian Schools is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Rockford Christian Schools compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Rockford, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
This School
vs
18.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
685
This School
vs
629
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%
Asian 4.5% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Rockford Christian Schools Rockford Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Rockford Christian Schools (this school) 5.4
Guilford High School 6.5
Brookview Elem School 5.1
Spring Creek Elem School 6.0
Gregory Elem School 3.5
Montessori Elementary School 4.2
Cherry Valley Elementary School 7.4
Maud E Johnson Elem School 3.6
Eisenhower Middle School 3.6
Clifford P Carlson Elem School 5.2
Fairview Early Childhood Center 4.6
C Henry Bloom Elem School 4.0
Rolling Green 3.7
Rockford East High School 4.8
Swan Hillman Elem School 5.6
Whitehead Elem School 4.0
Bernard W Flinn Middle School 2.9
Abraham Lincoln Middle School 3.7
Jackson Charter School 5.4
Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center 4.7
R K Welsh Elem School 3.4

Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Rockford

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,203.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 685
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.5%
Hispanic 5.1%
Asian 4.5%
Two or More 4.2%
Black 2.6%
Native American 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1401 N BELL SCHOOL RD, Rockford, IL 61107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockford Christian Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI PRIVATE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI PRIVATE ACADEMY Rockford 2.1 mi 7.9
Guilford High School Rockford 2.2 mi 6.5
Brookview Elem School Rockford 2.4 mi 5.1
Spring Creek Elem School Rockford 2.6 mi 6.0
Gregory Elem School Rockford 2.9 mi 3.5
Cherry Valley Elementary School Rockford 3.5 mi 7.4
ST RITA SCHOOL Rockford 3.5 mi 3.2
NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford 3.2 mi 7.6
ROCKFORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rockford 2.8 mi 5.4
ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL Rockford 3.6 mi 7.2
ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford 3.3 mi 7.9
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockford 3.1 mi 6.7
ROCKFORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL - JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Rockford 3.5 mi 4.9
Montessori Elementary School Rockford 3.3 mi 4.2
Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford 3.6 mi 3.6
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford 3.8 mi 5.2
Eisenhower Middle School Rockford 3.7 mi 3.6
Rock Cut Elem School Loves Park 4.6 mi 5.5
Fairview Early Childhood Center Rockford 4.0 mi 4.6
Rolling Green Rockford 4.2 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,492

Median Home Value

$165,200

Median Rent

$1,053/mo

Population

29,473

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

43.2

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UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Bridgeview, IL 5.4
Cambridge Lakes Charter School Pingree Grove, IL 5.5
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Peoria, IL 5.6
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la Chicago, IL 5.7
MCC ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Skokie, IL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockford Christian Schools

What grades does Rockford Christian Schools serve?

Rockford Christian Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Rockford Christian Schools?

Rockford Christian Schools has an enrollment of approximately 685 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockford Christian Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockford Christian Schools is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rockford Christian Schools rank in IL?

Rockford Christian Schools ranks #546 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Rockford Christian Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockford Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rockford Christian Schools a private school?

Yes, Rockford Christian Schools is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rockford Christian Schools a religious school?

Rockford Christian Schools has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
685
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Winnebago County

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