Needs Improvement
#3638 of 3,813 schools in IL
Farragut Elem School
Elementary School · Joliet PSD 86
701 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,638 of 3,813
In Joliet
#26 of 31
public schools
In district
#16 of 20
Joliet PSD 86
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Farragut Elem School
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About Farragut Elem School
Farragut Elem School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Joliet PSD 86. Farragut Elem School serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Farragut Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,638 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Farragut Elem School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Farragut Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Farragut Elem School — Students at Farragut Elem School score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Farragut Elem School Compares
See how Farragut Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
701 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farragut Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chaney-Monge School (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Crest Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 0.5 mi | — |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet | 0.9 mi | — |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Joliet Central High School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Rockdale Elem School Rockdale | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Chaney-Monge School Crest Hill | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Edna Keith Elem School Joliet | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,967
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
48,521
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colona Grade School Colona, IL | 3.6 |
| Lincoln Elem School Macomb, IL | 3.6 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford, IL | 3.6 |
| Northwest Elem School La Salle, IL | 3.6 |
| Sugar Creek Elem School Normal, IL | 3.6 |
| Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago, IL | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farragut Elem School
What grades does Farragut Elem School serve?
Farragut Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Farragut Elem School?
Farragut Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farragut Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Farragut Elem School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farragut Elem School rank in IL?
Farragut Elem School ranks #3,638 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Farragut Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Farragut Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Farragut Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Farragut Elem School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Farragut Elem School a charter school?
No, Farragut Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farragut Elem School a Title I school?
No, Farragut Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farragut Elem School?
93.8% of students at Farragut Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (815) 723-0394
Resources & Links
District
Joliet PSD 86- District Enrollment
- 9,449
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,414
- District Rank
- #16 of 20
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