Very Good
#375 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 17% in state
Franklin Elem.
Elementary School · CAPE GIRARDEAU 63
1550 THEMIS, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#375 of 2,221
In Cape Girardeau
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
CAPE GIRARDEAU 63
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Elem.
Elementary School in Cape Girardeau · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Elem.
Franklin Elem. is a public elementary school in Cape Girardeau, MO, part of CAPE GIRARDEAU 63. Franklin Elem. serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Franklin Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elem. — Students at Franklin Elem. score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO 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: 7.9/10.
How Franklin Elem. Compares
See how Franklin Elem. 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
1550 THEMIS, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEST LANE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Jackson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cape Girardeau, see our Cape Girardeau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Cape Girardeau | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH Cape Girardeau | 2.5 mi | — |
| PARKVIEW SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Cape Girardeau | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Jackson | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WEST LANE ELEM. Jackson | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jackson | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR Jackson | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,904
Median Home Value
$209,600
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
38,809
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte, MO | 7.8 |
| NORTHEAST ELEM. Cairo, MO | 7.8 |
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence, MO | 7.8 |
| PURDY ELEM. Purdy, MO | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 Mokane, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elem.
What grades does Franklin Elem. serve?
Franklin Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Franklin Elem.?
Franklin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem. is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Elem. rank in MO?
Franklin Elem. ranks #375 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Franklin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Franklin Elem. a charter school?
No, Franklin Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Elem. a Title I school?
No, Franklin Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elem.?
100.0% of students at Franklin Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cape Girardeau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (573) 335-5456
Resources & Links
District
CAPE GIRARDEAU 63- District Enrollment
- 4,301
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,129
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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