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Robert Frost Elem School

Elementary School · Wheeling CCSD 21

1805 N Aspen Dr, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,305 of 3,813

In Mount Prospect

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Wheeling CCSD 21

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

Elementary School in Mount Prospect · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Robert Frost Elem School

Robert Frost Elem School is a public elementary school in Mount Prospect, IL, part of Wheeling CCSD 21. Robert Frost Elem School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Frost Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,305 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Robert Frost Elem School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Robert Frost 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,330
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Robert Frost Elem School — Students at Robert Frost Elem School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.1% (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
77%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
10%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Robert Frost Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in IL
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1805 N Aspen Dr, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert Frost Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henry Winkelman Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Grove Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Prospect, see our Mount Prospect schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Grove Elem School Mount Prospect 0.6 mi 8.0
ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 0.9 mi 6.6
Prairie Trails School Mt. Prospect 1.3 mi 7.9
River Trails Middle School Mount Prospect 1.3 mi 7.9
GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 1.3 mi
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Prospect Heights 1.4 mi 7.1
JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.9 mi
LITERKI LEARNING CARE CENTER INC. Wheeling 1.9 mi
Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect 1.6 mi 7.5
MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines 2.3 mi
Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook 2.2 mi 9.7
Walt Whitman Elem School Wheeling 2.6 mi 6.5
Oliver W Holmes Middle School Wheeling 2.6 mi 5.7
Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview 2.2 mi 8.4
Mark Twain Elem School Wheeling 2.6 mi 6.1
Field School Northbrook 2.4 mi 9.3
Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines 3.1 mi 9.1
Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines 3.1 mi 8.4
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights 2.4 mi 5.3
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,168

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,456/mo

Population

55,989

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert Frost Elem School

What grades does Robert Frost Elem School serve?

Robert Frost Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Robert Frost Elem School?

Robert Frost Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Frost Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert Frost Elem School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert Frost Elem School rank in IL?

Robert Frost Elem School ranks #2,305 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Robert Frost Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert Frost Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Robert Frost Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Frost Elem School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Robert Frost Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Robert Frost Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

57.3% of students at Robert Frost 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

District

Wheeling CCSD 21
District Enrollment
6,205
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,330
District Rank
#9 of 12

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