Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Fran Fruzen Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fran Fruzen Intermediate School serves the eastern part of Beloit, WI, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fran Fruzen Intermediate's student population of 490 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Fran Fruzen Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fran Fruzen Intermediate is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1816 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
14%
Black
22%
9%
White
26%
66%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fran Fruzen Intermediate's ranking?
Fran Fruzen Intermediate is ranked #1816 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fran Fruzen Intermediate?
490 students attend Fran Fruzen Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fran Fruzen Intermediate students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fran Fruzen Intermediate?
Fran Fruzen Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fran Fruzen Intermediate offer ?
Fran Fruzen Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fran Fruzen Intermediate part of?
Fran Fruzen Intermediate is part of Beloit School District.
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