Welcome to Rockford

Rockford  is a vibrant community, thanks to an involved citizen base, an engaged business community and a focused city organization. There is always something happening somewhere in Rockford.

From the new Rockford Historical Museum to the historic Krause Library, Blues concerts in the summer and art fairs in the fall, America’s Favorite Farm Market, the largest Relay for Life event in the country, a nationally recognized 5K event to raise funds and awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy through MDA, parades, fireworks and horse drawn carriage rides, Rockford is a community that is easy to call home.

The Rockford Public Schools District covers 99 square miles in the greater Rockford area. The Board of Education and staff are committed to providing a world-class education for all students. Their exemplary educational system is a result of the collaborative efforts of parents, students, school, and community. Together, RPS provides opportunities for students to reach their full potential by providing a well-rounded educational experience.

Rockford schools are fully accredited through AdvanceED and are rated Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools. The high school boasts a 98% graduation rate and is rated as one of the top 250 high schools in the country by Newsweek magazine. Concurrent enrollment programs are offered through partnerships with local universities.