Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Twp Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Twp El Sch serves the northwest part of its school district in Cashtown, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 82.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Twp Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
FTE's Promise: Empowering one another to grow, lead, and succeed with kindness and confidence.
School Rankings
Franklin Twp Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Twp Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Twp Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franklin Twp Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Twp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Area Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, James Gettys Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Twp Elementary School?
340 students attend Franklin Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Franklin Twp Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Twp Elementary School?
Franklin Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Twp Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Twp Elementary School part of?
Franklin Twp Elementary School is part of Gettysburg Area School District.
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