Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farragut 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farragut Elementary School serves the west part of Joliet, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this area typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farragut Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farragut 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 Farragut Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3136 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
60%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
31%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farragut Elementary School's ranking?
Farragut Elementary School is ranked #3136 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Farragut Elementary School often compared to?
Farragut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pershing Elementary School, M J Cunningham Elementary School, Lynne Thigpen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Farragut Elementary School?
568 students attend Farragut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Farragut Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farragut Elementary School?
Farragut Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farragut Elementary School offer ?
Farragut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Farragut Elementary School part of?
Farragut Elementary School is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
In what neighborhood is Farragut Elementary School located?
Farragut Elementary School is located in the Cathedral Area neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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