Serving 206 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Franklin El Sch serves the southern part of Chambersburg, PA, covering approximately 23.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Franklin Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Franklin Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1534 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
New Franklin Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend New Franklin Elementary School?
206 students attend New Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of New Franklin Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Franklin Elementary School?
New Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Franklin Elementary School offer ?
New Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Franklin Elementary School part of?
New Franklin Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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