Rockford Elementary K-8: Community &amp; Academic Focus, Porterville (2026 List)

About Rockford Elementary

Rockford Elementary is at 14983 Road 208 in the rural Rockford area of Porterville. This school is for kids in grades K–8. The student–teacher ratio is 20:1. Math proficiency is 17%. Reading proficiency is 48%. The gender mix is 49% female and 51% male. The school is focused on academics and has a strong sense of community. Teachers put a lot of importance on keeping the campus neat so that students can concentrate on their main subjects without being distracted. The facility has regular classrooms and outdoor play areas for kids of all ages. To meet state educational standards, teachers use a standard way of teaching. To keep the learning space safe for everyone, the administration makes sure that campus rules are followed. Daily schedules are made to make the most of the time spent on basic math and reading. Students are told to be polite to their classmates and teachers. The prices of homes in the area range from $315,000 to $495,000. Parents often say how much they appreciate the individual attention and care their kids get from the teachers. Rockford is working hard to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 17%

Reading 48%

State average proficiency is 17% in Math and 48% in Reading.

12

Full-time Teachers

21 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

282

Total Students

Student Demographics

White 41.49%

Asian 3.55%

Hispanic 51.42%

Black 0%

Two+ Races 2.48%

Native Am. 1.06%

White

41.49%

Asian

3.55%

Hispanic

51.42%

Black

0%

Two+ Races

2.48%

Native Am.

1.06%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 282

47.87%

135 Female

52.13%

147 Male

Student Population

282 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

28200 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Rockford Elementary Contact Information

Address

14983 Road 208, Porterville, CA, 93257

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Phone

(559) 784-5406

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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Rockford Elementary is celebrating its recent academic growth scores, which showed that students in the area did much better on math tests. The school recently held a "Community Work Day" to get the outdoor learning areas ready for the spring semester. People can also sign up for the 2025–2026 transitional kindergarten program.

FAQ

Q1. Does Rockford Elementary have a middle school program?

Ans. Yes, Rockford Elementary serves students up through the eighth grade, providing a full K-8 educational experience for the community.

Q2. What is the mascot for Rockford Elementary?

Ans. The mascot for Rockford Elementary is the Wolverine, representing the tenacity and spirit of the small, rural school campus.

Q3. Does Rockford Elementary provide a hot lunch?

Ans. Yes, Rockford Elementary serves a daily hot lunch to all students through the school's dedicated cafeteria and nutrition staff.

Q4. Are school uniforms required at Rockford Elementary?

Ans. Rockford Elementary does not require uniforms but enforces a district-approved dress code to ensure a professional learning environment daily.

Q5. Does Rockford Elementary offer inter-scholastic sports?

Ans. Yes, Rockford Elementary participates in local small-school sports leagues for volleyball, basketball, and track for its middle school students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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