Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franconia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Franconia El Sch serves the northeast part of Souderton, PA, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franconia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franconia Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieve and Learn with Joy!
School Rankings
Franconia Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franconia Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franconia Elementary School's ranking?
Franconia Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franconia Elementary School often compared to?
Franconia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Broad Street Elementary School, Vernfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franconia Elementary School?
426 students attend Franconia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Franconia Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franconia Elementary School?
Franconia Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franconia Elementary School offer ?
Franconia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franconia Elementary School part of?
Franconia Elementary School is part of Souderton Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Franconia Elementary School located?
Franconia Elementary School is located in the Franconia neighborhood of Souderton, PA.
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