Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Smith Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Smith Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
66%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Smith Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Franklin Smith Elementary School?
456 students attend Franklin Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Franklin Smith Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Smith Elementary School?
Franklin Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Smith Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Smith Elementary School part of?
Franklin Smith Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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