For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,856 students in 61104, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 115 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 61104, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61104, IL are Abraham Lincoln Middle School and Constance Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61104 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61104, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61104, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Charles St
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 229-2400
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 229-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Constance Lane Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
620 Gregory St
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 966-3380
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 966-3380
Gr: K-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
333 15th Ave
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 966-3390
Rockford, IL 61104
(815) 966-3390
Gr: PK | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61104, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61104, IL include Abraham Lincoln Middle School and Constance Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61104?
3 public schools are located in 61104.
What percentage of students in 61104 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 61104 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61104?
61104 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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