Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary serves the entire district of Pullman, WA, encompassing an area of 207 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 15 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #164 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Palouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
274 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Pullman School District.
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