Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 297 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #1462 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
297 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 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 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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