Original Research by School Decision on Bi-county Sp Ed-ecse Montmorency
Bi-County Special Education Cooperative's school in Rock Falls has closed. The school was a special education facility serving students in middle school grades, operated as part of the cooperative that provides special education services across a two-county region.
Because the school is no longer operational, enrollment data, academic performance records, and other metrics reflective of current student experience are not available. No state assessment results, graduation rates, or program information can be reported for a closed facility.
Rock Falls itself is a small manufacturing city on the south bank of the Rock River in Whiteside County, historically tied to metal fabrication and food processing. The downtown corridor along Main Street retains vintage brick storefronts and local businesses. The city has invested in riverfront redevelopment through the RB&W District, a civic park featuring an amphitheater, public trails, and public art. The Hennepin Canal trail system and Centennial Park provide additional outdoor recreation; a public library serves the community from its location on 7th Avenue. Major employers include a Frito-Lay manufacturing plant, Littelfuse (electronics components), and local metal fabrication shops. The housing market is competitive, with median values modest compared to state benchmarks but rising in recent years.
For families seeking special education services in this region, the closure means the cooperative's current special education programs are likely served through other facilities or through placements in neighboring districts. Parents should contact the Bi-County Special Education Cooperative directly to learn where special education students are currently served and what options exist for their child's grade and needs.
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