Below Average
#8116 of 9,539 schools in CA
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
915 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94606
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,116 of 9,539
In Oakland
#91 of 147
public schools
In district
#46 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Franklin Elementary
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,116 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
57% 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 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. American Indian Public Charter School II (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cleveland Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MetWest High Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| La Escuelita Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Oakland High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Agnes Memorial Christian Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,769
Median Home Value
$747,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
38,746
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.5
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| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 23.4:1. 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 #8,116 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
95.5% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.2%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2116
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #46 of 79
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