Franklin Elementary School serves 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
787 students
Showing 1999–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
14:1
Showing 1999–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
54%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
44%
13%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1999–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
787 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Franklin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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