Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
260 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia 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 Pendleton County Schools School District.
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