Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
93%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbriar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
235 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Dolton SD 148 School District.
School Calendar
View the Franklin Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Thanksgiving - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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