CLIFFORD P CARLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Clifford P Carlson Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockford SD 205 school district, located in Rockford, IL with about 411 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Clifford P Carlson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Clifford P. Carlson Elementary School is a public school located in Rockford, Illinois, serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Rockford Public School District (District 205). The school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, while striving to cultivate a positive learning environment that supports both the academic and social-emotional growth of its diverse student body.

Situated in the north-central part of Rockford, the school serves as a neighborhood hub for families in the surrounding residential community. Carlson Elementary is characterized by its commitment to fostering inclusive classrooms and utilizing data-driven instruction to help students meet state standards. Through various school programs and community engagement efforts, the administration and faculty work to prepare students for the transition to middle school while maintaining a focus on individual student progress and character development.

For more information, contact Clifford P Carlson Elem School at (815) 654-4955 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.