Needs Improvement
#1782 of 1,793 schools in MA
Franklin Ave
Elementary School · Westfield
22 Franklin Avenue, Westfield, MA 01085
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,782 of 1,793
In Westfield
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Westfield
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Franklin Ave
Elementary School in Westfield · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Westfield Technical Academy
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About Franklin Ave
Franklin Ave is a public elementary school in Westfield, MA, part of Westfield. Franklin Ave serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Ave has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,782 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Ave show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Franklin Ave is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Ave — Students at Franklin Ave score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)
Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.4/10.
How Franklin Ave Compares
See how Franklin Ave performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22 Franklin Avenue, Westfield, MA 01085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Ave may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Technical Academy Westfield | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Abner Gibbs Westfield | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Westfield Virtual School Westfield | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Highland Westfield | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Westfield Middle School Westfield | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Westfield High Westfield | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Southampton Road Westfield | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Westfield Intermediate School Westfield | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Munger Hill Westfield | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Paper Mill Westfield | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Powder Mill School Southwick | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodland School Southwick | 4.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Southwick Regional School Southwick | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 5.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 6.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 6.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,821
Median Home Value
$296,300
Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Population
41,466
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.2
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| Mary D Altavesta Woburn, MA | 2.7 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 3.2 |
| Thomas R Rodman New Bedford, MA | 3.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge, MA | 3.3 |
| Royalston Community School Royalston, MA | 3.5 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence, MA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Ave
What grades does Franklin Ave serve?
Franklin Ave serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Franklin Ave?
Franklin Ave has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Ave?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Ave is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Ave rank in MA?
Franklin Ave ranks #1,782 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Franklin Ave's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Ave has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Ave?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Ave has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Franklin Ave a charter school?
No, Franklin Ave is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Ave a Title I school?
No, Franklin Ave is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (413) 572-6424
Resources & Links
District
Westfield- District Enrollment
- 4,808
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,072
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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