Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Franklin Square Elementary/middle ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Square Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Franklin Square Elementary/middle's student population of 326 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Square Elementary/middle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Square Elementary/middle is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
95%
33%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Square Elementary/middle's ranking?
Franklin Square Elementary/middle is ranked #1050 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Franklin Square Elementary/middle often compared to?
Franklin Square Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like James Mchenry Elementary/middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Franklin Square Elementary/middle?
326 students attend Franklin Square Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Franklin Square Elementary/middle students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Square Elementary/middle?
Franklin Square Elementary/middle has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Square Elementary/middle offer ?
Franklin Square Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Square Elementary/middle part of?
Franklin Square Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Square Elementary/middle located?
Franklin Square Elementary/middle is located in the Franklin Square neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Franklin Square.
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