Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
359 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1247 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%

Hispanic
13%
28%

Black
54%
16%

White
25%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center's ranking?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center is ranked #1247 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Disney Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center?
359 students attend Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center offer ?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center part of?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center located?
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center is located in the Near North Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Near North Side.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break, No School
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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