Serving 447 students in grades 3-6, Frankfort Intermediate 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 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frankfort Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Frankfort, IL, covering approximately 57.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frankfort Intermediate School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frankfort Intermediate 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 Frankfort Intermediate School is 0.13, 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
#2370 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frankfort Intermediate School's ranking?
Frankfort Intermediate School is ranked #2370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Frankfort Intermediate School often compared to?
Frankfort Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Grade School 5-8, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Frankfort Intermediate School?
447 students attend Frankfort Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Frankfort Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frankfort Intermediate School?
Frankfort Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frankfort Intermediate School offer ?
Frankfort Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Frankfort Intermediate School part of?
Frankfort Intermediate School is part of Frankfort CUSD 168 School District.
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