Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin School serves the southeast part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Franklin School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
14%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin School's ranking?
Franklin School is ranked #927 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Franklin School?
325 students attend Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Franklin School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin School?
Franklin School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin School offer ?
Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Franklin School part of?
Franklin School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin School located?
Franklin School is located in the Poplar Grove neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 1 other public schools located in Poplar Grove.
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