Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, C Henry Bloom 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 10-14% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
C Henry Bloom Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
C Henry Bloom 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 C Henry Bloom 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
37%
17%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 C Henry Bloom Elementary School's ranking?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School is ranked #2660 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend C Henry Bloom Elementary School?
418 students attend C Henry Bloom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of C Henry Bloom Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C Henry Bloom Elementary School?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does C Henry Bloom Elementary School offer ?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is C Henry Bloom Elementary School part of?
C Henry Bloom Elementary School is part of Rockford School District 205.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
Grade 12: Last Day of School
May 08, 2026 (Friday)
Early Childhood: Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
K-11: Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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