Excellent
#130 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 7% in state
Jefferson Elementary
Elementary School · Franklin
628 Washington Street, Franklin, MA 02038
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#130 of 1,793
In Franklin
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Franklin
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Jefferson Elementary
Elementary School in Franklin · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jefferson Elementary
Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school in Franklin, MA, part of Franklin. Jefferson Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Jefferson Elementary — Students at Jefferson Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 9.2/10.
How Jefferson Elementary Compares
See how Jefferson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
628 Washington Street, Franklin, MA 02038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Community School (rated 8.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oak Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J F Kennedy Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Remington Middle Franklin | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Franklin | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Parmenter Franklin | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Horace Mann Franklin | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Oak Street Elementary Franklin | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Franklin High Franklin | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Bellingham High School Bellingham | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Helen Keller Elementary Franklin | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| North Cumberland Middle Cumberland | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham | 3.9 mi | — |
| Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Community School Cumberland | 5.3 mi | 8.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,788
Median Home Value
$567,100
Median Rent
$1,856/mo
Population
33,067
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna Ware Jackson Plainville, MA | 8.8 |
| Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough, MA | 8.8 |
| Deer Hill Cohasset, MA | 8.8 |
| Harrington Lexington, MA | 8.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton, MA | 8.8 |
| South Stoneham, MA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Elementary
What grades does Jefferson Elementary serve?
Jefferson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary?
Jefferson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Elementary rank in MA?
Jefferson Elementary ranks #130 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Jefferson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Jefferson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jefferson Elementary a charter school?
No, Jefferson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (508) 541-2140
Resources & Links
District
Franklin- District Enrollment
- 4,680
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,549
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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