Franklin Elementary School serves 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
64%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
292 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Bay Creek neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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