Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary serves the east part of Manitowoc, WI, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Dreams, Our Compass
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 0.67, which is more 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
#1376 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
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 #1376 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
356 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Manitowoc School District.
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