Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maud E Johnson 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 6-9% (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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maud E Johnson Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student deserves a first-class education, every day.
School Rankings
Maud E Johnson 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 Maud E Johnson Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#2555 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
23%
17%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rockford School District 205
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maud E Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Maud E Johnson Elementary School is ranked #2555 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maud E Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
Maud E Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Maud E Johnson Elementary School?
385 students attend Maud E Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Maud E Johnson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maud E Johnson Elementary School?
Maud E Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maud E Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Maud E Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maud E Johnson Elementary School part of?
Maud E Johnson Elementary School is part of Rockford School District 205.
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