Denning Elementary School serves 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denning Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
LOVE-LEARN-LEAD
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denning Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
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
How many students attend Denning Elementary School?
474 students attend Denning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Denning Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denning Elementary School?
Denning Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denning Elementary School offer ?
Denning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Denning Elementary School part of?
Denning Elementary School is part of Frankfort Community Unit School District 168.
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