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Rockford Elementary

Elementary School · Blount County

3728 Williams Mill RD, Rockford, TN 37853

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,180 of 1,786

In district

#15 of 21

Blount County

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Rockford Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Rockford · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clayton-bradley Academy

6.7/10

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5.9/10

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About Rockford Elementary

Rockford Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockford, TN, part of Blount County. Rockford Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,180 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Rockford Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,370
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Rockford Elementary — Students at Rockford Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
47.6%
ELA
33.1%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Rockford Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in TN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3728 Williams Mill RD, Rockford, TN 37853

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Alcoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Sevier Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Porter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAYTON-BRADLEY ACADEMY Maryville 0.9 mi 6.7
Eagleton College and Career Academy Maryville 1.9 mi 5.9
Eagleton Elementary Maryville 1.9 mi 5.6
LITTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 2.2 mi 6.4
Alcoa Elementary Alcoa 2.8 mi 8.5
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 3.0 mi 9.3
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 3.1 mi 7.4
Alcoa High School Alcoa 3.3 mi 6.8
John Sevier Elementary Maryville 3.7 mi 9.3
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 3.9 mi 6.5
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF MARYVILLE Maryville 3.9 mi
Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville 4.2 mi 8.6
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 4.8 mi
Bonny Kate Elementary Knoxville 4.8 mi 6.8
Porter Elementary Maryville 4.3 mi 9.2
Mt Olive Elementary Knoxville 5.7 mi 7.9
Maryville High School Maryville 5.6 mi 7.3
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 5.7 mi 8.7
South Doyle High School Knoxville 5.4 mi 3.6
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 5.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,490

Median Home Value

$225,000

Median Rent

$811/mo

Population

3,533

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

68.4%

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockford Elementary

What grades does Rockford Elementary serve?

Rockford Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rockford Elementary?

Rockford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockford Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockford Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rockford Elementary rank in TN?

Rockford Elementary ranks #1,180 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Rockford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Rockford Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockford Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rockford Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rockford Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rockford Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Blount County
District Enrollment
10,191
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,370
District Rank
#15 of 21

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