Ralph J Frost Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)38%
26%
Black
(19-20)4%
17%
White
(19-20)58%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
52%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ralph J Frost Academy often compared to?
Ralph J Frost Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Maine South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ralph J Frost Academy?
The graduation rate of Ralph J Frost Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ralph J Frost Academy?
24 students attend Ralph J Frost Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ralph J Frost Academy students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Ralph J Frost Academy offer ?
Ralph J Frost Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ralph J Frost Academy part of?
Ralph J Frost Academy is part of Maine Township High School District 207.
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