Franklin East Grade School serves 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Franklin East Grade School's student population of 75 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin East Grade School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin East Grade School?
75 students attend Franklin East Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Franklin East Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin East Grade School?
Franklin East Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin East Grade School offer ?
Franklin East Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Franklin East Grade School part of?
Franklin East Grade School is part of Franklin CUSD 1 School District.
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