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#580 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 15% in state

Frankfort Square Elem School

Elementary School · Summit Hill SD 161

7710 W Kingston Dr, Frankfort, IL 60423

Enrollment

175

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#580 of 3,813

In Frankfort

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Summit Hill SD 161

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

Elementary School in Frankfort · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frankfort Square Elem School

Frankfort Square Elem School is a public elementary school in Frankfort, IL, part of Summit Hill SD 161. Frankfort Square Elem School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Frankfort Square Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #580 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Frankfort Square Elem School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 175 students, Frankfort Square Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,549
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Frankfort Square Elem School — Students at Frankfort Square Elem School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
37%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Frankfort Square Elem School Compares

See how Frankfort Square Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

7710 W Kingston Dr, Frankfort, IL 60423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frankfort Square Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Trail Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chelsea Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Millennium Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Tinley Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Frankfort, see our Frankfort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Walker Intermediate School Tinley Park 0.8 mi 6.7
Summit Hill Junior High School Frankfort 1.0 mi 7.8
Indian Trail Elem School Frankfort 1.1 mi 8.5
Dr Julian Rogus School Frankfort 1.4 mi 7.1
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Frankfort 1.9 mi
Marya Yates Elementary School Matteson 2.0 mi 5.5
Chelsea Elem School Frankfort 2.7 mi 8.3
LT JOSEPH P KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Tinley Park 2.4 mi 7.9
Central Middle School Tinley Park 2.6 mi 6.2
Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena 2.3 mi 7.6
Memorial Elem School Tinley Park 3.0 mi 7.4
TRIPLE R CHILD CARE Mokena 2.4 mi
Millennium Elem School Tinley Park 3.0 mi 8.3
ST GEORGE SCHOOL Tinley Park 3.4 mi 7.1
Woodgate Elem School Matteson 2.7 mi 6.2
Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park 3.5 mi 7.3
Lincoln-Way East High School Frankfort 2.9 mi 8.0
Sieden Prairie Elementary School Matteson 2.9 mi 4.0
ZION LUTHERAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tinley Park 3.8 mi
SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-TINLEY PARK Tinley Park 3.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,651

Median Home Value

$376,500

Median Rent

$1,455/mo

Population

32,813

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.4

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bluford Grade School Bluford, IL 8.0
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Center Elem School Freeport, IL 8.0
DIVINE PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Westchester, IL 8.0
East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch Rock Falls, IL 8.0
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CHICAGO Chicago, IL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frankfort Square Elem School

What grades does Frankfort Square Elem School serve?

Frankfort Square Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Frankfort Square Elem School?

Frankfort Square Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frankfort Square Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frankfort Square Elem School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frankfort Square Elem School rank in IL?

Frankfort Square Elem School ranks #580 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Frankfort Square Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frankfort Square Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Frankfort Square Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frankfort Square Elem School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frankfort Square Elem School a charter school?

No, Frankfort Square Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frankfort Square Elem School a Title I school?

No, Frankfort Square Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frankfort Square Elem School?

20.6% of students at Frankfort Square 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Summit Hill SD 161
District Enrollment
2,398
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,549
District Rank
#2 of 6

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