Franklin Elementary School

2505 S Washington St
Port Angeles, WA 98362
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 30% in WA
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Franklin Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
305 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings

Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WA)
#490 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
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(18-19)
62%
50%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Franklin Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
69%
61%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Franklin Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
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American Indian
4%
1%
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Asian
3%
9%
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Hispanic
11%
25%
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Black
n/a
5%
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White
73%
50%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.45
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Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dry Creek Elementary School, Hamilton Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
305 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Port Angeles School District.

School Reviews

5   5/5/2023
Been a great school for my daughters who are in grades 1 and 2! The principal is easy going and good with the kids. I adore all the teachers.
- Posted by Parent - Kayla

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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