Below Average
#3527 of 3,813 schools in IL
Whitehead Elem School
Elementary School · Rockford SD 205
2325 Ohio Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61108
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,527 of 3,813
In Rockford
#33 of 44
public schools
In district
#33 of 44
Rockford SD 205
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Whitehead Elem School
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About Whitehead Elem School
Whitehead Elem School is a public elementary school in Rockford, IL, part of Rockford SD 205. Whitehead Elem School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitehead Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,527 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Whitehead Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Whitehead 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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Whitehead Elem School — Students at Whitehead Elem School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
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: 4.2/10.
How Whitehead Elem School Compares
See how Whitehead Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2325 Ohio Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitehead Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALPINE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverdahl Elem School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bernard W Flinn Middle School Rockford | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Rolling Green Rockford | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Swan Hillman Elem School Rockford | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Rockford East High School Rockford | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center Rockford | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Fairview Early Childhood Center Rockford | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School Rockford | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Jefferson High School Rockford | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Gregory Elem School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Jackson Charter School Rockford | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Riverdahl Elem School Rockford | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Constance Lane Elementary School Rockford | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| CATHEDRAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Rockford | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockford | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Beyer Early Childhood Center Rockford | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,046
Median Home Value
$128,300
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
30,202
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, IL | 4.0 |
| Bluffview Elem School Dupo, IL | 4.0 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.0 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City, IL | 4.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL | 4.0 |
| Eldorado Elem School Eldorado, IL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitehead Elem School
What grades does Whitehead Elem School serve?
Whitehead Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Whitehead Elem School?
Whitehead Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitehead Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitehead Elem School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitehead Elem School rank in IL?
Whitehead Elem School ranks #3,527 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Whitehead Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitehead Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Whitehead Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitehead Elem School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitehead Elem School a charter school?
No, Whitehead Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitehead Elem School a Title I school?
No, Whitehead Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitehead Elem School?
84.5% of students at Whitehead 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Winnebago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (815) 229-2840
Resources & Links
District
Rockford SD 205- District Enrollment
- 27,661
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,016
- District Rank
- #33 of 44
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