Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Smith Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Smith Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
61%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Smith Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Franklin Smith Elementary School?
411 students attend Franklin Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Franklin Smith Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Smith Elementary School?
Franklin Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Smith Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Smith Elementary School part of?
Franklin Smith Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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