Serving 533 students in grades 1-8, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
92%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
533 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Franklin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of North Bergen School District.
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