Serving 893 students in grades 3-5, Chelsea Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chelsea Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Frankfort, IL, covering approximately 17.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chelsea Elementary School's student population of 893 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
893 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Chelsea Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Elementary School's ranking?
Chelsea Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Elementary School?
893 students attend Chelsea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chelsea Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chelsea Elementary School?
Chelsea Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chelsea Elementary School offer ?
Chelsea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Chelsea Elementary School part of?
Chelsea Elementary School is part of Frankfort CCSD 157c School District.
School Calendar
View the Chelsea Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
April 02, 2027 (Friday)
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