Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary School serves the northeast part of Belleville, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located approximately 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 172 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.68, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
47%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Belleville High School-east by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
172 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 12% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Belleville SD 118 School District.
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