Franklin Ave

22 Franklin Avenue
Westfield, MA 01085
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 174 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Franklin Ave ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Franklin Ave ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Franklin Ave's student population of 174 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together

School Rankings

Franklin Ave ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Ave is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1409 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
42%
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
44%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
42%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin Ave's ranking?
Franklin Ave is ranked #1409 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Ave?
174 students attend Franklin Ave.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Franklin Ave students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Ave?
Franklin Ave has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin Ave offer ?
Franklin Ave offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Ave part of?
Franklin Ave is part of Westfield School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 174 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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