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Arthur Froberg Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 415 students

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4 stars

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Posted September 13, 2010

I went there from 1993-1997 (K-3) and, while I can't really give a very recent or detailed testament, I feel my time at Froberg was great.


Posted August 30, 2010

even when my daughter was having a hard time in the mornings they always found away to make her feel welcomed
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 26, 2010

I have mixed feelings about Froberg School. If you get one of the outstanding teachers (most are) then you will be pleased with your child's education. However, I feel this school greatly needs to work on communcation. If you ever have an issue the principal will take a long time to return your call, isn't really concerned (at least thats how she comes across) with your thoughts on specific issues. I feel she needs to learn a lot about leadership skills, communication, and new techniques to talk effectively to parents and more importantly to the children. Also, if you feel a certain teacher is not the best choice for your student she will not do a thing about it. Your child will suffer for the year. I wish there was more I could do. Prior to her being principal I would have given this school a 5 star
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2009

I love Froberg. I went to Froberg when I was younger and now my 2 children attend there. The way the staff has treated my kids is priceless. They learn, have fun, and there are extra activities like Skatenight, Y-night, and music concerts. We are not in Froberg's 'neighborhood' zone but thru school choice are able to attend. I am so thankful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 17, 2008

Great school! Small, personable, has resources for special needs children if your child needs it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 26, 2006

They've done an outstanding job teaching my special needs son. Kim Nelson and her staff were instrumental in preparing my son for mainstreaming into kindergarten.
—Submitted by Scott McAdams, a parent


Posted January 10, 2006

I am very please with froberg .The teachers are excellent if theres a problem with your child the teachers will work with you to help your child excel.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
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2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
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2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

76 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

229 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female93%
Male85%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Low income87%
Non-low income95%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities93%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students84%
Female85%
Male82%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White85%
Low income81%
Non-low income90%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities87%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students92%
Female94%
Male91%
Black100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White87%
Low income93%
Non-low income90%
Students with disabilities (IEP)69%
Students without disabilities97%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students84%
Female97%
Male74%
Black92%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White87%
Low income86%
Non-low income79%
Students with disabilities (IEP)46%
Students without disabilities92%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students85%
Female88%
Male83%
Black77%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White85%
Low income84%
Non-low income89%
Students with disabilities (IEP)62%
Students without disabilities90%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students84%
Female90%
Male77%
Black50%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White88%
Low income79%
Non-low income95%
Students with disabilities (IEP)39%
Students without disabilities92%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students75%
Female73%
Male77%
Black50%
Asiann/a
Hispanic67%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White80%
Low income68%
Non-low income91%
Students with disabilities (IEP)15%
Students without disabilities86%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 65% 53%
Black 17% 19%
Hispanic 12% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4555 20th St
Rockford, IL 61109
Phone: (815) 874-2464

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