Below Average
#1806 of 1,992 schools in MN
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1801 9TH AVE SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,806 of 1,992
In Rochester
#31 of 38
public schools
In district
#28 of 34
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Franklin Elementary
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,806 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Franklin Elementary 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
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Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.2/10.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1801 9TH AVE SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RPS Online Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montessori at Franklin Elementary (rated 6.8/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montessori at Franklin Elementary Rochester | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Rochester Phoenix Academy Rochester | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CARE & TREATMENT HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Rochester | 0.5 mi | — |
| Care & Treatment at ESC Rochester | 0.5 mi | — |
| Mayo Senior High Rochester | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLOW CREEK MIDDLE Rochester | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School Rochester | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Rochester Academy-Idp Living(RAIL) Rochester | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Middle School Right Fit Rochester | 1.0 mi | — |
| Longfellow 45-15 Districtwide Elem Rochester | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RPS Online Elementary School Rochester | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| RPS Online Middle School Rochester | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| RPS Online High School Rochester | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ROCHESTER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Rochester | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY Rochester | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| AMBASSADOR ACADEMY Rochester | 1.1 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Rochester Alternative Learning Cntr Rochester | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CREDIT RECOVERY Rochester | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,434
Median Home Value
$237,200
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
29,682
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Burnside Elementary Red Wing, MN | 4.3 |
| FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington, MN | 4.3 |
| HINCKLEY ELEMENTARY Hinckley, MN | 4.3 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park, MN | 4.3 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 4.3 |
| PINE BEND ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Elementary rank in MN?
Franklin Elementary ranks #1,806 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Franklin Elementary a charter school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elementary?
64.8% of students at Franklin Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (507) 328-3300
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
- District Rank
- #28 of 34
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