Best Schools in Franklin, Illinois
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Franklin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Franklin Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Franklin Jr/sr High School
High · Franklin Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$122,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$122,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Franklin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Franklin Jr/sr High School | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $80,395
- Median home value
- $122,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Franklin compares
Illinois rank
#61 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$80k
98% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Franklin, Illinois
Franklin, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Franklin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Franklin is Franklin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Franklin is served by 1 school district: Franklin CUSD 1. These districts collectively serve 278 students.
Franklin's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,395. The poverty rate in the area is 5.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 students · 3rd–5th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 75 students · Pre-K–2nd | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 141 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Franklin
Franklin, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,395
Median Home Value
$122,000
Median Rent
$928/mo
Population
1,326
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Community Profile
Franklin has a median household income of $80,395. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $122,000, with a median rent of $928/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Franklin, Illinois
How many schools are in Franklin, Illinois?
Franklin has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Franklin, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklin is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Franklin, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Franklin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Franklin, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Franklin Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Franklin, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Franklin Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Franklin, Illinois?
Franklin is served by 1 school district: Franklin Cusd 1.
What is the education level in Franklin, Illinois?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Franklin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Franklin, Illinois?
The median household income in Franklin is approximately $80,395 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklin, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklin is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklin, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.