Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arthur Froberg 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur Froberg Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arthur Froberg 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 Arthur Froberg Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2430 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Froberg Elementary School's ranking?
Arthur Froberg Elementary School is ranked #2430 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Arthur Froberg Elementary School?
426 students attend Arthur Froberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Arthur Froberg Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur Froberg Elementary School?
Arthur Froberg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arthur Froberg Elementary School offer ?
Arthur Froberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arthur Froberg Elementary School part of?
Arthur Froberg Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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