Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#59 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
18%
12%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
414 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Tourtellotte Park neighborhood of Mankato, MN.
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