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#795 of 990 schools in CT

Franklin School

Elementary School · Stratford School District

1895 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT 06615

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#795 of 990

In Stratford

#3 of 13

public schools

In district

#3 of 13

Stratford School District

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Franklin School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Stratford · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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3.7/10

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About Franklin School

Franklin School is a public elementary school in Stratford, CT, part of Stratford School District. Franklin School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #795 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,895
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Franklin School — Students at Franklin School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Franklin School Compares

See how Franklin School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
20th percentile in CT
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Location

1895 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT 06615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jettie S. Tisdale School (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Another option is Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paul Laurence Dunbar School (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stratford, see our Stratford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Nichols School Stratford 0.7 mi 3.5
Stratford High School Stratford 0.7 mi 3.7
ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford 0.9 mi 6.7
Hall School Bridgeport 0.7 mi 3.2
Stratford Academy - Johnson House Stratford 1.0 mi 2.3
Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School Stratford 1.1 mi 2.4
ST JAMES SCHOOL Stratford 0.9 mi 5.3
Edison School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 3.9
David Wooster Middle School Stratford 1.3 mi 3.3
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 5.6
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 5.1
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 4.7
Jettie S. Tisdale School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 5.7
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 3.1
Warren Harding High School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 4.1
Paul Laurence Dunbar School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 5.6
Second Hill Lane School Stratford 1.7 mi 4.2
Wilcoxson School Stratford 1.6 mi 4.4
Luis Munoz Marin School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 4.4
Barnum School Bridgeport 1.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,707

Median Home Value

$348,800

Median Rent

$1,515/mo

Population

16,865

College Educated

33.8%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin School

What grades does Franklin School serve?

Franklin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Franklin School?

Franklin School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin School rank in CT?

Franklin School ranks #795 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Franklin School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin School a charter school?

No, Franklin School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin School a Title I school?

No, Franklin School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin School?

60.3% of students at Franklin School 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
85 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

Stratford School District
District Enrollment
6,743
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,895
District Rank
#3 of 13

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