Rockford Elementary

Summary:

Rockford Elementary is a public elementary school located in Rockford, Tennessee, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 403. The school is part of the Blount County School District, which is ranked 54 out of 139 districts in Tennessee and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Rockford Elementary has a more diverse student population compared to the surrounding schools, with a higher percentage of Hispanic students (17.62%) and a lower percentage of White students (75.19%) than the nearby Sam Houston Elementary (5.17% Hispanic, 90.27% White), Mt Olive Elementary (6.98% Hispanic, 86.05% White), and Bonny Kate Elementary (10.6% Hispanic, 79.28% White). However, the school's performance on standardized tests lags behind the Blount County and Tennessee averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Rockford Elementary's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from a high of 202 out of 853 Tennessee elementary schools in 2013-2014 to a low of 528 out of 985 in 2018-2019. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 427 out of 1008 Tennessee elementary schools, with a 3-star rating. While the school's per-student spending has increased from $10,097 in 2019-2020 to $11,682 in 2020-2021, its student-teacher ratio has remained relatively stable, ranging from 15.6 to 15.9 students per teacher over the past three years. The school's Hispanic students and students with low socioeconomic status perform relatively better compared to the school's overall performance, but the performance of female, male, and special education students is lower than the state averages for these subgroups.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 3728 Williams Mill RD
       Rockford, TN  37853


(865) 982-1415

District: Blount County

SchoolDigger Rank:
430th of 1,018 Tennessee Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,013 Help


Students who attend Rockford Elementary usually attend:

High:    Heritage High School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.7 Help
Number of students:  405

Racial breakdown:

White:
72.1%
Hispanic:
18.8%
African American:
5.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  86.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Rockford Elementary ranks better than 57.8% of elementary schools in Tennessee. It also ranks 6th among 14 ranked elementary schools in the Blount County School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.47. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (72.1%), Hispanic (18.8%), African American (5.9%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Rockford Elementary is 17.7. 11 elementary schools in the Blount County School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Rockford Elementary is $14,013, which is the 3rd highest among 14 elementary schools in the Blount County School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Rockford Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Rockford Elementary 430th of 1018 Tennessee public elementary schools. (See Rockford Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Blount County:

SchoolDigger ranks Blount County 52nd of 140 Tennessee school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Rockford Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 41.84 504th 809 37.7%
2011 52.23 429th 818 47.6%
2012 78.01 166th 820 79.8%
2013 68.83 264th 846 68.8%
2014 69.13 202nd 853 76.3%
2015 63.59 314th 855 63.3%
2017 54.79 260th 646 59.8%
2018 47.83 476th 997 52.3%
2019 43.86 528th 985 46.4%
2021 49.95 436th 983 55.6%
2022 54.18 405th 1000 59.5%
2023 65.72 286th 1020 72.0%
2024 53.47 430th 1018 57.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.85 204th 395 48.4%
2022 53.18 157th 447 64.9%
2023 52.39 177th 528 66.5%
2024 34.84 359th 582 38.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.50 428th 877 51.2%
2019 37.38 548th 821 33.3%
2021 27.09 638th 823 22.5%
2022 58.69 270th 858 68.5%
2023 79.16 85th 865 90.2%
2024 63.87 230th 853 73.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 41.06 541st 926 41.6%
2021 48.35 436th 945 53.9%
2022 55.56 372nd 975 61.8%
2023 65.45 271st 989 72.6%
2024 52.05 423rd 990 57.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 45.49 466th 916 49.1%
2021 48.98 414th 941 56.0%
2022 50.89 427th 980 56.4%
2023 62.78 299th 987 69.7%
2024 51.78 441st 991 55.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 26.59 197th 250 21.2%
2021 46.64 151st 324 53.4%
2022 24.13 315th 363 13.2%
2023 66.59 99th 387 74.4%
2024 52.51 178th 415 57.1%
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Rank History for White students at Rockford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.30 471st 841 44.0%
2019 38.51 498th 812 38.7%
2021 45.63 420th 844 50.2%
2022 48.82 383rd 844 54.6%
2023 53.63 331st 852 61.2%
2024 47.17 412th 847 51.4%
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Data source: test scores: Tennessee Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, August 26, 2011

Open Quote I really like this school. There are a few things I would change but overall it's a nice school with a friendly upbeat staff. Most of the teachers that we have dealt with have hearts of gold and absolutely love children, My child is very advanced and I have been pleased to see that they notice and make changes so that she can continue learning so that she is not sitting bored in class. Way to go Rockford! Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, February 7, 2011

Open Quote Test scores decline every year from the previous. Incompetent staff which practices legal talk and avoids rather than answer simple questions involving your child. The Faculty is arrogant and will make inappropriate insinuations towards parents. The Buss driver for our child is argumentative and has been witnessed speeding driving erratic [enough to rip off the muffler to his buss] And from the note we received also illiterate. Avoid any dealing with this school if you can. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Rockford Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 474 30 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 508
1989 463 31 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 494
1990 442 20 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 465
1991 457 26 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 486
1992 462 26 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 491
1993 477 27 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 507
1994 494 28 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 525
1995 468 30 2 6 3 n/a n/a 0 509
1996 468 30 2 6 3 n/a n/a 0 509
1997 522 37 3 4 1 n/a n/a -16 551
1998 469 5 3 2 0 n/a n/a 1 480
1999 403 27 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 434
2000 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 348 348
2001 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 399 399
2002 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 410 410
2003 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 410 410
2004 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 382 382
2005 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 429 429
2006 358 25 1 20 0 n/a n/a 0 404
2007 351 23 3 30 2 n/a n/a 0 409
2008 333 24 1 34 1 n/a n/a 0 393
2009 316 21 0 35 1 n/a n/a 0 373
2010 324 26 0 37 1 n/a n/a 0 388
2011 345 29 0 36 1 0 7 0 418
2012 353 29 1 45 0 0 9 0 437
2013 362 25 1 50 0 0 12 0 450
2014 352 17 1 48 0 0 18 0 436
2015 340 25 1 52 0 1 17 0 436
2016 340 21 1 57 1 0 17 0 437
2017 346 16 1 60 1 0 10 0 434
2018 370 15 1 58 1 0 9 0 454
2019 352 16 1 66 1 0 7 0 443
2020 340 14 3 72 0 0 12 0 441
2021 301 13 2 72 3 0 18 0 409
2022 311 15 3 71 1 0 6 0 407
2023 303 13 5 71 0 1 10 0 403
2024 292 24 4 76 0 1 8 0 405

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Rockford Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 508 29.0 17.5 n/a
1989 494 29.0 17.0 n/a
1990 465 29.0 16.0 n/a
1991 486 28.0 17.3 n/a
1992 491 28.0 17.5 n/a
1993 507 28.0 18.1 n/a
1994 525 28.0 18.8 n/a
1995 509 35.0 14.5 n/a
1996 509 35.0 14.5 n/a
1997 551 n/a 0.0 n/a
1998 480 n/a 0.0 n/a
1999 434 n/a 0.0 n/a
2000 348 n/a 0.0 n/a
2001 399 n/a 0.0 n/a
2002 410 n/a n/a n/a
2003 410 n/a n/a n/a
2004 382 n/a n/a n/a
2005 429 n/a n/a n/a
2006 404 28.0 14.4 n/a
2007 409 30.4 13.5 59.4
2008 393 26.9 14.6 63.4
2009 373 25.4 14.7 65.7
2010 388 26.0 14.9 65.2
2011 418 27.0 15.4 63.6
2012 437 28.0 15.6 72.8
2013 450 30.0 15.0 84.9
2014 436 29.0 15.0 81.2
2015 436 28.0 15.5 77.1
2016 437 28.0 15.6 86.5
2017 434 25.0 17.3 n/a
2018 454 26.0 17.4 n/a
2019 443 30.0 14.7 n/a
2020 441 35.0 12.6 n/a
2021 409 25.8 15.8 n/a
2022 407 26.0 15.6 n/a
2023 403 25.3 15.9 n/a
2024 405 22.8 17.7 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Rockford Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 508 29.0 17.5 n/a
1989 494 29.0 17.0 n/a
1990 465 29.0 16.0 n/a
1991 486 28.0 17.3 n/a
1992 491 28.0 17.5 n/a
1993 507 28.0 18.1 n/a
1994 525 28.0 18.8 n/a
1995 509 35.0 14.5 n/a
1996 509 35.0 14.5 n/a
1997 551 n/a 0.0 n/a
1998 480 n/a 0.0 n/a
1999 434 n/a 0.0 n/a
2000 348 n/a 0.0 n/a
2001 399 n/a 0.0 n/a
2002 410 n/a n/a n/a
2003 410 n/a n/a n/a
2004 382 n/a n/a n/a
2005 429 n/a n/a n/a
2006 404 28.0 14.4 n/a
2007 409 30.4 13.5 59.4
2008 393 26.9 14.6 63.4
2009 373 25.4 14.7 65.7
2010 388 26.0 14.9 65.2
2011 418 27.0 15.4 63.6
2012 437 28.0 15.6 72.8
2013 450 30.0 15.0 84.9
2014 436 29.0 15.0 81.2
2015 436 28.0 15.5 77.1
2016 437 28.0 15.6 86.5
2017 434 25.0 17.3 n/a
2018 454 26.0 17.4 n/a
2019 443 30.0 14.7 n/a
2020 441 35.0 12.6 n/a
2021 409 25.8 15.8 n/a
2022 407 26.0 15.6 n/a
2023 403 25.3 15.9 n/a
2024 405 22.8 17.7 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Rockford Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $950 (9.4%) $8,523 (84.1%) $10,134
2020 $950 (9.4%) $8,587 (85.0%) $10,097
2021 $1,178 (10.1%) $9,824 (84.1%) $11,682
2022 $1,624 (13.0%) $10,234 (82.0%) $12,485
2023 $1,960 (14.0%) $11,274 (80.5%) $14,013

Data source: Tennessee Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Rockford Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 528th of 985 Elementary schoolsRanks 286th of 1020 Elementary schools
 25.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Rockford Elementary)35.839.2
 3.4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Blount County)38.637.5
 1.1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Tennessee)43.840.5
 3.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Rockford Elementary)24.541.2
 16.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Blount County)36.537.2
 0.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Tennessee)36.940.5
 3.6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Rockford Elementary)37.354
 16.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Blount County)43.343.4
 0.1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Tennessee)4643.6
 2.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Rockford Elementary)35.842.9
 7.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Blount County)31.641.2
 9.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Tennessee)34.343.5
 9.2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Rockford Elementary)52.150
 2.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Blount County)46.747.7
 1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Tennessee)46.241.3
 4.9%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Rockford Elementary)25.730.9
 5.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Blount County)33.639.2
 5.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Tennessee)35.237
 1.8%
All Grades Mathematics (Rockford Elementary)42.448.4
 6%
   All Grades Mathematics (Blount County)37.239.1
 1.9%
   All Grades Mathematics (Tennessee)40.838.1
 2.7%
All Grades English Language Arts (Rockford Elementary)28.937.9
 9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Blount County)31.437.3
 5.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Tennessee)33.736.6
 2.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students443403
 9%
African American1613
 18.8%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian15
 400%
Hispanic6671
 7.6%
Pacific Islander01
White352303
 13.9%
Two or More Races710
 42.9%


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Rockford Elementary ranks 430th of 1018 Tennessee elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Rockford Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Heritage High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 405 students attended Rockford Elementary.

Students at Rockford Elementary are 72% White, 19% Hispanic, 6% African American, 2% Two or more races.


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