Tony Sanders State Superintendent of Education | Official Website
Tony Sanders State Superintendent of Education | Official Website
Of the 467 students in Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 who took the ELA portion of the test, approximately 185 (39.6%) passed.
The percentage of Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 students who met or exceeded expectations on the IAR increased by 4.9% compared to the previous school year.
Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 roughly covers three schools within Whiteside County and has a main office in Rock Falls.
The Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) assesses the progress of students in grades 3-8 in meeting the Illinois Learning Standards in English language arts and mathematics.
According to the 2024 Illinois Report Card, math proficiency among Illinois students in grades 3-8 remains below pre-pandemic levels, while reading performance has recovered. Meanwhile, 11th graders have experienced significant declines in both subjects, falling below pre-pandemic benchmarks.
| School | District | Students who met standards (%) | Students who exceed standards (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Falls Middle School | Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 | 47.8% | 10.2% |
| Merrill Elementary School | Rock Falls Elementary School District 13 | 19.9% | 2.5% |
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