Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1787 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
65%
15%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #1787 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deanna G. Taylor Academy, Connecticut Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
468 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Township Of Union School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2011
This is my child’s third year at Franklin School and we have had some very dedicated, intelligent and warm teachers. They are always willing to take the time to speak with you and they listen which is great. It has been a pleasure dealing with the teachers as well as the staff and I am very happy that this is the school my child goes to.
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