Very Good
#2149 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Merced City Elementary
2736 Franklin Rd., Merced, CA 95348
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,149 of 9,539
In Merced
#1 of 37
public schools
In district
#1 of 19
Merced City Elementary
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Merced, CA, part of Merced City Elementary. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,149 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Elementary runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Franklin Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2736 Franklin Rd., Merced, CA 95348
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leontine Gracey Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Bellevue Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Atwater), a more accessible option. Additionally, Thomas Olaeta Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Atwater), a more accessible option. For more schools in Merced, see our Merced schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Stefani Merced | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Stone Ridge Christian Elementary School Merced | 0.4 mi | — |
| Gospel Defenders Christian Academy Merced | 0.7 mi | — |
| McSwain Elementary Merced | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Buhach Colony High Atwater | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Leontine Gracey Elementary Merced | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Merced Scholars Charter Merced | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Valley Merced Community Merced | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Margaret Sheehy Elementary Merced | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Merced | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Bellevue Senior Elementary Atwater | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Rudolph Rivera Middle Merced | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Rudolph Rivera Elementary Merced | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Tenaya Middle Merced | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Merced County Special Education Merced | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Alicia Reyes Elementary Merced | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Shaffer Elementary Atwater | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Merced | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95348 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,618
Median Home Value
$352,700
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
36,663
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Elementary rank in CA?
Franklin Elementary ranks #2,149 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Franklin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Franklin Elementary a charter school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elementary?
82.6% of students at Franklin Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 11 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (209) 385-6623
Resources & Links
District
Merced City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 11,013
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,186
- District Rank
- #1 of 19
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