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#767 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 42% in state

Franklin Square Elementary School

Elementary School · Greater Clark County Schools

605 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#767 of 1,823

In Jeffersonville

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 16

Greater Clark County Schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Square Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Jeffersonville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Square Elementary School

Franklin Square Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jeffersonville, IN, part of Greater Clark County Schools. Franklin Square Elementary School serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Square Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Square Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Franklin Square Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

42% of students at Franklin Square Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,695
Chronic Absenteeism41.5%

Franklin Square Elementary School — Students at Franklin Square Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 15 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
16%
2025
Math
19.1%
ELA
21.2%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Franklin Square Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in IN
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

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

605 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Square Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY OF PADUA (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jeffersonville, see our Jeffersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Old Corden Porter School Jeffersonville 0.1 mi
Parkview Middle School Jeffersonville 1.0 mi 5.5
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts Louisville 1.7 mi 7.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC Jeffersonville 1.5 mi 5.8
Home of the Innocents Discovery Louisville 1.8 mi
Home of the Innocents School Louisville 1.8 mi
NATIVITY ACADEMY AT ST BONIFACE Louisville 1.9 mi 7.5
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Jeffersonville 2.0 mi 6.6
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA Clarksville 1.8 mi 8.5
Kentucky School for the Blind Louisville 1.9 mi 5.3
Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary Louisville 2.1 mi 3.9
J. Graham Brown School Louisville 2.2 mi 8.7
Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville 2.2 mi 5.3
Northaven Elementary School Jeffersonville 2.3 mi 6.3
Ackerly Louisville 2.3 mi
Breckinridge Metropolitan High Louisville 2.4 mi 5.3
Jefferson Regional Juvenile Detention Ce Louisville 2.3 mi
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville 2.5 mi 8.2
Meyzeek Middle Louisville 2.6 mi 6.8
Clarksville Senior High School Clarksville 2.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,412

Median Home Value

$203,800

Median Rent

$1,090/mo

Population

49,192

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Square Elementary School

What grades does Franklin Square Elementary School serve?

Franklin Square Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Franklin Square Elementary School?

Franklin Square Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Square Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Square Elementary School rank in IN?

Franklin Square Elementary School ranks #767 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Franklin Square Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Square Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Square Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Square Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Franklin Square Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Franklin Square Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

74.6% of students at Franklin Square Elementary 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

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