Serving 281 students in grades 6-8, Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy's student population of 281 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy 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 Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy is 0.22, 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
#901 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy's ranking?
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy is ranked #901 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy often compared to?
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like K D Waldo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy?
281 students attend Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy?
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy offer ?
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy part of?
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day for Students K-12
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Half Day for Students
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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