Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clifford P Carlson Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Stay Connected
School Rankings
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School 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 Clifford P Carlson Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
23%
16%
White
28%
45%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifford P Carlson Elementary School's ranking?
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Clifford P Carlson Elementary School often compared to?
Clifford P Carlson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clifford P Carlson Elementary School?
390 students attend Clifford P Carlson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clifford P Carlson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifford P Carlson Elementary School?
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clifford P Carlson Elementary School offer ?
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clifford P Carlson Elementary School part of?
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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