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Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

225 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL 60610

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,136 of 3,813

In Chicago

#318 of 630

public schools

In district

#312 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.9/10

Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,136 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

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 Data14
Annual Change-6.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center — Students at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
ELA
31%

* 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 Elem Fine Arts Center Compares

See how Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
44th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

Location

225 W Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL 60610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO UPPER (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Skinner North Elem Sch (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Skinner Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CATHERINE COOK SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 6.7
Manierre Elem School Chicago 0.2 mi 5.0
Payton College Preparatory HS Chicago 0.3 mi 9.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago 0.3 mi 5.6
Salazar Elem Bilingual Center Chicago 0.4 mi 4.8
LINCOLN PARK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chicago 0.4 mi
THE LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO Chicago 0.4 mi 7.9
LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO UPPER Chicago 0.4 mi 9.4
GOLD COAST PREP (FORMERLY CHICAGO GRAMMAR SCHOOL) Chicago 0.5 mi
LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO LOWER Chicago 0.4 mi 8.6
LaSalle Elem Language Academy Chicago 0.5 mi 6.7
Skinner North Elem Sch Chicago 0.4 mi 9.3
Skinner Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 8.7
Ogden Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 3.4
Noble St Chtr-The Noble Academy Chicago 0.5 mi 6.1
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P Chicago 0.7 mi 8.7
Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago 0.7 mi 5.3
FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 6.6
FUSION ACADEMY LP: CHICAGO- LINCOLN PARK Chicago 0.7 mi 8.3
Lincoln Park High School Chicago 1.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,649

Median Home Value

$543,000

Median Rent

$2,029/mo

Population

45,282

College Educated

79.3%

Homeownership

34.3%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

32.1

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School Rating
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Butterworth Elem School Moline, IL 5.9
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Charter Oak Primary School Peoria, IL 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center

What grades does Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center serve?

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center 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 Elem Fine Arts Center rank in IL?

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center ranks #2,136 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Elem Fine Arts Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center a charter school?

No, Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center a Title I school?

No, Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

50.1% of students at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center 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
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
88 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
91 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

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