Serving 917 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School's student population of 917 students has grown by 111% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2583 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School is ranked #2583 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Dale R Fair Babson Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School?
917 students attend Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School?
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School offer ?
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School part of?
Frostproof Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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