Very Good
#440 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Franklin Elem.
Elementary School · LIBERTY 53
201 W MILL, Liberty, MO 64068
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#440 of 2,221
In Liberty
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 17
LIBERTY 53
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Elem.
Elementary School in Liberty · grades Kindergarten – 5th. 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 Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Franklin Elem. serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #440 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elem. show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elem. — Students at Franklin Elem. score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO 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: 8.9/10.
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
201 W MILL, Liberty, MO 64068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), with a very similar rating. Another option is WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SHOAL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LIBERTY HIGH Liberty | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City | 2.3 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,425
Median Home Value
$268,200
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
37,466
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City, MO | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.7 |
| LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elem.
What grades does Franklin Elem. serve?
Franklin Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Elem.?
Franklin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elem. is 13.4:1. 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 #440 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Franklin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% 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.?
38.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (816) 736-5440
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY 53- District Enrollment
- 12,154
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #2 of 17
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