Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Avenue Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Avenue Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Avenue Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Franklin Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivanhoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Avenue Elementary School?
405 students attend Franklin Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Franklin Avenue Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Avenue Elementary School?
Franklin Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Avenue Elementary School part of?
Franklin Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Avenue Elementary School located?
Franklin Avenue Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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