Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farragut Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farragut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Farragut Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farragut Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farragut Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3136 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
28%
Black
33%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farragut Elementary School's ranking?
Farragut Elementary School is ranked #3136 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Farragut Elementary School often compared to?
Farragut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like M J Cunningham Elementary School, Pershing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Farragut Elementary School?
592 students attend Farragut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Farragut Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farragut Elementary School?
Farragut Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farragut Elementary School offer ?
Farragut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Farragut Elementary School part of?
Farragut Elementary School is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
In what neighborhood is Farragut Elementary School located?
Farragut Elementary School is located in the Cathedral Area neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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