Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#735 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
44%
32%
Black
19%
15%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #735 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
343 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Franklin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Bloomfield Township School District.
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