Serving 236 students in grades 2-3, Rochester Elementary 2-3 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rochester Elementary 2-3's student population of 236 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rochester Elementary 2-3 ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester Elementary 2-3 is 0.21, 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
#759 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Elementary 2-3's ranking?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 is ranked #759 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rochester Elementary 2-3 often compared to?
Rochester Elementary 2-3is often viewed alongside schools like Tri-city Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rochester Elementary 2-3?
236 students attend Rochester Elementary 2-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Rochester Elementary 2-3 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Elementary 2-3?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Elementary 2-3 offer ?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Rochester Elementary 2-3 part of?
Rochester Elementary 2-3 is part of Rochester CUSD 3a School District.
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