Serving 418 students in grades 3-4, Frohardt 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frohardt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frohardt Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Frohardt 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 Frohardt Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3031 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
24%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
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 Frohardt Elementary School's ranking?
Frohardt Elementary School is ranked #3031 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Frohardt Elementary School often compared to?
Frohardt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge Junior High School, Bernard Long Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Frohardt Elementary School?
418 students attend Frohardt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Frohardt Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frohardt Elementary School?
Frohardt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frohardt Elementary School offer ?
Frohardt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Frohardt Elementary School part of?
Frohardt Elementary School is part of Granite City CUSD 9 School District.
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