Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Franklin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin School's student population of 195 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)65-69%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
46%
34%
Black
n/a
14%
White
45%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Franklin School often compared to?
Franklin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin School?
195 students attend Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Franklin School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin School?
Franklin School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin School offer ?
Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin School part of?
Franklin School is part of Lyndhurst Public School District.
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