Review of Rockford, Illinois


You get what you ask for.
Star Rating - 7/11/2007
The newly built jail that is just short from being a penitentiary in the center of down town clearly speaks for itself as far as the crime rate. The school system is horrible; make sure that you have the funds to pay for private education if you have any hopes for your child or children future. Housing is low but the taxes area killer. All I can say is that I wish you luck on your relocation.
Claudia | Rockford, IL
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The jail is not in the middle of downtown. Although it is nearby, it is located where it does no damage. The student gets out of their school years whatever they put into it. Auburn H.S. ranks with the very best in the whole state. Also, there are many fine private schools in the city. Rockford has one of the highest # golf courses / 100,000 people in the nation. The local park and forest preserve districts are extensive and very good. This includes two super water parks.
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