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#258 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 7% in state

Franklin Elementary School

Elementary School · Park Ridge CCSD 64

2401 Manor Ln, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#258 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Park Ridge CCSD 64

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Park Ridge · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Elementary School

Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Park Ridge CCSD 64. Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,454
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Franklin Elementary School — Students at Franklin Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
93%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
78%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2022
ELA
63%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Franklin Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in IL
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2401 Manor Ln, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores slightly higher. Another option is George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Maine East High School Park Ridge 0.4 mi 8.1
GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines 0.8 mi 6.5
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 0.8 mi 6.3
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 1.2 mi 9.3
Gemini Middle School Niles 1.2 mi 6.9
Mark Twain Elem School Niles 1.4 mi 6.9
SCIENCE & ARTS ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.2 mi 8.4
KIDDIE GARDEN Niles 1.6 mi
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.3 mi 8.1
NORTHRIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niles 1.4 mi 6.9
Jefferson School Niles 1.3 mi 5.0
North Elementary School Des Plaines 1.5 mi 7.6
Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge 1.8 mi 8.1
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.6 mi 6.4
George Washington Elem School Park Ridge 1.9 mi 8.6
Central Elem School Des Plaines 1.6 mi 9.1
Iroquois Community School Des Plaines 1.8 mi 9.0
Early Learning Center Des Plaines 2.1 mi 7.1
South Elem School Des Plaines 1.7 mi 9.4
Maine South High School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,201

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

39,227

College Educated

65.1%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

44.5

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BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P Chicago, IL 8.7
Campanelli Elem School Schaumburg, IL 8.7
Galena Elementary and Middle Sch Galena, IL 8.7
Glen Oaks Elem School Hickory Hills, IL 8.7
Hawthorn Elem School South Vernon Hills, IL 8.7
Hawthorne Elem School Elmhurst, IL 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Elementary School

What grades does Franklin Elementary School serve?

Franklin Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?

Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Elementary School rank in IL?

Franklin Elementary School ranks #258 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Franklin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Franklin Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

District

Park Ridge CCSD 64
District Enrollment
4,637
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,454
District Rank
#2 of 8

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