Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franconia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Franconia Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franconia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franconia Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #429 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franconia Elementary School?
427 students attend Franconia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Franconia Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franconia Elementary School?
Franconia Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franconia Elementary School part of?
Franconia Elementary School is part of Souderton Area SD 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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