Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin School serves the northwest part of West Newton, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin's student population of 320 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
59%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin's ranking?
Franklin is ranked #333 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Franklin?
320 students attend Franklin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklin students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin?
Franklin has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin offer ?
Franklin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin part of?
Franklin is part of Newton School District.
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