Excellent
#326 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
2400 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90403
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#326 of 9,539
In Santa Monica
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Monica, CA, part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #326 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.5/10.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2400 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,512
Median Home Value
$1,553,500
Median Rent
$2,443/mo
Population
25,087
College Educated
71.5%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
44.7
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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 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 21.1:1. 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 #326 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% 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?
8.8% 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (310) 828-2814
Resources & Links
District
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,641
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,994
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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