Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary serves the northeast part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 1 to 1.6-mile distance from the school, typically taking 5 to 10 minutes to drive there.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1956 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
Showing 2001–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #1956 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
311 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Franklin Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Franklin Heights.
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