Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary serves the southeast part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Where School is a Choice not a Chore and College is Destination not a Dream
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2776 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
School Mascot
Eagle
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
AOK
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Welcome to our Franklin Family! Franklin School is a community of students, parents and support staff working collaboratively to create a safe, caring, supportive, innovative and academically challenging environment for your child. This community fosters individual growth and self-esteem while promoting respect, understanding and appreciation across cultures. We also like to have fun!Our goal is to prepare students for a successful and rewarding future by developing both their academic and nonacademic skills. Therefore, we provide instruction in Language arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Music, Technology ,Physical Education, and STEAM. We are home to the Apple 1:1 iPad Program, STEAM Lab inspired by Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy, and our very our A-OK After School Academies. Over 87% of our staff, including myself and all teachers who live in the city of Santa Barbara, enroll their own children at Franklin because we believe in the best kept secret we possess in our community.Educate, Engage, and Enrich identify our foundation that all programs are based upon and that lead our instructional and financial decision to do what is right for kids! We are a true neighborhood school and the exciting educational experience here at Franklin reflects the dynamic relationship between the students, parents and school staff, as well as the surrounding community. We are all partners for your child's success.
Profile last updated: 09/02/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #2776 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, Cold Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
424 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Franklin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastside.
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