Serving 531 students in grades 1-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
76%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Lincoln-hubbard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
531 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Westfield Public School District.
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