Serving 398 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin School serves the southwest part of Provo, UT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within the area can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin School's student population of 398 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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 0.51, 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
#852 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
66%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
24%
69%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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 #852 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Franklin School?
398 students attend Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Franklin School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin School?
Franklin School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Provo School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin School located?
Franklin School is located in the Franklin neighborhood of Provo, UT.
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