Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary School serves the northwest part of Park Ridge, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
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)11.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George B Carpenter Elementary School, George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
535 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Park Ridge CCSD 64 School District.
School Calendar
View the Franklin Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Carpenter School Open House
April 28, 2027 (Wednesday)
Field School Open House
April 28, 2027 (Wednesday)
Franklin School Open House
April 28, 2027 (Wednesday)
Roosevelt School Open House
April 28, 2027 (Wednesday)
Washington School Open House
April 28, 2027 (Wednesday)
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