Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rock Island Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Rock Island Academy's student population of 508 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Empower diverse learners in a safe and respectful environment.
Rock Island Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Island Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3192 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
64%
17%
White
11%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Rock Island Academy's ranking?
Rock Island Academy is ranked #3192 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rock Island Academy?
508 students attend Rock Island Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rock Island Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Island Academy?
Rock Island Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Island Academy offer ?
Rock Island Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rock Island Academy part of?
Rock Island Academy is part of Rock Island School District 41.
In what neighborhood is Rock Island Academy located?
Rock Island Academy is located in the Longview neighborhood of Rock Island, IL.
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