Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 667 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4212 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
13%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #4212 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
667 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Northside.
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