Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
360 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Franklin Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Burlingame Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Elementary School located?
Franklin Elementary School is located in the Ray Park neighborhood of Burlingame, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ray Park.
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