Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
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Community Size
School Overview
Franklin School's student population of 267 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
34%
12%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin School's ranking?
Franklin School is ranked #642 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Franklin School often compared to?
Franklin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Franklin School?
267 students attend Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Franklin School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin School?
Franklin School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin School offer ?
Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin School part of?
Franklin School is part of Stratford School District.
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