Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franconia 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franconia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Franconia Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franconia 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 Franconia Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#835 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franconia Elementary School's ranking?
Franconia Elementary School is ranked #835 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franconia Elementary School often compared to?
Franconia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Broad Street Elementary School, Vernfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franconia Elementary School?
416 students attend Franconia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Franconia Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franconia Elementary School?
Franconia Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franconia Elementary School offer ?
Franconia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franconia Elementary School part of?
Franconia Elementary School is part of Souderton Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Franconia Elementary School located?
Franconia Elementary School is located in the Franconia neighborhood of Souderton, PA.
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