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Frohardt Elem School

Elementary School · Granite City CUSD 9

2040 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

2.9

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,773 of 3,813

In Granite City

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Granite City CUSD 9

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Frohardt Elem School

2.9/10

Elementary School in Granite City · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Frohardt Elem School

Frohardt Elem School is a public elementary school in Granite City, IL, part of Granite City CUSD 9. Frohardt Elem School serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Frohardt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,773 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Frohardt Elem School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 2.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Frohardt 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,168
Chronic Absenteeism50.5%

Frohardt Elem School — Students at Frohardt Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (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
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
ELA
9%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Frohardt Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.9/10
1th percentile in IL
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.5%

Location

2040 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frohardt Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bernard Long Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Venice Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lovejoy Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Lovejoy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granite City, see our Granite City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City 0.5 mi 4.3
ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite City 0.7 mi 5.6
Granite City High School Granite City 0.7 mi 4.2
Wilson Elem School Granite City 0.7 mi 1.9
RIVERS OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granite City 1.3 mi 6.9
Maryville Elem School Granite City 1.3 mi 3.0
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granite City 1.7 mi
Grigsby Intermediate School Granite City 1.7 mi 6.5
Prather Elementary School Granite City 2.5 mi 2.6
Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison 3.0 mi 7.5
Mitchell Elementary School Granite City 3.0 mi 4.2
Madison Senior High School Madison 3.2 mi 6.3
Madison Jr High School Madison 3.2 mi 6.1
METRO EAST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Granite City 2.9 mi
Venice Elem School Granite City 3.3 mi 7.0
COORDINATED YOUTH & HUMAN SERVICES Granite City 3.5 mi 6.6
Lovejoy Technology Academy Lovejoy 5.1 mi
Lovejoy Elementary School Lovejoy 5.1 mi 6.1
Lovejoy Middle School Lovejoy 5.1 mi 4.7
HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis 5.0 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,558

Median Home Value

$106,600

Median Rent

$852/mo

Population

40,365

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Jefferson Elem School Dixon, IL 2.9
Lincoln-Irving Elem School Moline, IL 2.9
Oakwood Grade School Oakwood, IL 2.9
Pleasant Hill Elem School Pleasant Hill, IL 2.9
Bent Elem School Bloomington, IL 3.0
Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet, IL 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frohardt Elem School

What grades does Frohardt Elem School serve?

Frohardt Elem School serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend Frohardt Elem School?

Frohardt Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frohardt Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frohardt Elem School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frohardt Elem School rank in IL?

Frohardt Elem School ranks #3,773 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Frohardt Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frohardt Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Frohardt Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frohardt Elem School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frohardt Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Frohardt Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

71.3% of students at Frohardt 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.5%

District

Granite City CUSD 9
District Enrollment
5,775
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,168
District Rank
#6 of 8

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