Spectrum School
School Notes Overview:
Spectrum School has served the Rockford area since 1967, offering a genuine alternative to traditional education. As a pioneer in the area of educational change, we are dedicated to staying current on, and employing, the cutting-edge instructional methods proven through research. At Spectrum, we believe all children are unique. We believe every child learns in a different way and every child has undiscovered gifts, talents, and potential. No matter what their background, the desire to learn is the common bond they share....
School Overview:
Spectrum School |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool - Prekindergarten | |
| County | Winnebago County, IL | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 183 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 8% | 34% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 50 students | ||
| Unspecified Grade Placement - 133 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 teachers | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 167 days | 176 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Spectrum School has served the Rockford area since 1967, offering a genuine alternative to traditional education. As a pioneer in the area of educational change, we are dedicated to staying current on, and employing, the cutting-edge instructional methods proven through research. At Spectrum, we believe all children are unique. We believe every child learns in a different way and every child has undiscovered gifts, talents, and potential. No matter what their background, the desire to learn is the common bond they share.
- Profile last updated: 01/20/2007
In the News:
- Spectrum students have a ball in chairs (Rockford Register Star)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 05:01:29 am
ROCKFORD — Students at Spectrum School are testing the trend to ditch traditional-type plastic chairs and opt for something a bit bouncier — an exercise ball-type chair built to improve students’ posture and attention. - Business relationships inspire lesson plans for students (WREX-TV Rockford)
posted on August 24, 2009 at 11:40:50 pm
A new school year for Spectrum School comes with a new message for students. - Leaving Beloit schools; some parents say why (Beloit Daily News)
posted on April 11, 2009 at 01:08:02 pm
By Ashley Rhodebeckarhodebeck@beloitdailynews.com - Photos from the Rock River Valley: March 23-29 (Rockford Register Star)
posted on March 25, 2009 at 01:29:02 am
A collection of photos from around the Rock River Valley.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (61103) | School Zip (61103) |
(IL) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 24,368 people | 12,415,876 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 26% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 36 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.3 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $37,181 | $48,019 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 56 years old | 50 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (61103) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 59% / 41% | 61% / 39% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- St. Bernadette Elementary School - 194 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- Rockford Health System Children - 98 students - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- St Peter Cathedral - 287 students - 1.4 mi. away - view location
- St. Bridget School - 451 students - 1.5 mi. away - view location
- Christian Union Child Care Academy - 23 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Rockford, Winnebago County, Zip 61103
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