Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Franklin Township School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Township School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Township School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Township School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
14%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
75%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Township School's ranking?
Franklin Township School is ranked #622 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Township School?
280 students attend Franklin Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Franklin Township School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Township School?
Franklin Township School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Township School offer ?
Franklin Township School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Franklin Township School part of?
Franklin Township School is part of Franklin Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Township School located?
Franklin Township School is located in the Pittstown neighborhood of Quakertown, NJ.
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