Franklin Elementary School

428 S Alvord St
Syracuse, NY 13208
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Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Franklin Elementary School's student population of 646 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
646 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4236 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
52%
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12%
49%
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50-54%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
27%
10%
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Hispanic
7%
30%
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Black
43%
15%
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White
13%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.72
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #4236 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
646 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Franklin Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Northside.

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5   10/10/2025
i think that franklin is such an inspiring school.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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