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Washington-franklin Elem.

Elementary School · FARMINGTON R-VII

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,661 of 2,221

In Farmington

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

FARMINGTON R-VII

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Washington-franklin Elem.

5.1/10

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About Washington-franklin Elem.

Washington-franklin Elem. is a public elementary school in Farmington, MO, part of FARMINGTON R-VII. Washington-franklin Elem. serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington-franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,661 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Washington-franklin Elem. show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,723
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Washington-franklin Elem. — Students at Washington-franklin Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
55.5%
ELA
56.1%
2025
Math
47.2%
ELA
57.1%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Washington-franklin Elem. Compares

See how Washington-franklin Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in MO
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington-franklin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 0.2 mi 4.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington 0.4 mi 6.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington 0.5 mi 5.4
JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington 0.8 mi 7.0
FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington 0.8 mi 8.0
ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington 0.9 mi 5.2
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington 1.0 mi 6.0
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington 1.0 mi 5.8
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington 1.2 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 2.1 mi 7.1
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 6.0 mi 6.9
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 6.0 mi
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 7.0 mi 7.2
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 7.4 mi 6.4
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 7.8 mi 6.2
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 8.1 mi 5.4
NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge 8.2 mi 4.9
NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge 8.5 mi 3.7
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre 10.3 mi 5.4
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 11.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,926

Median Home Value

$195,900

Median Rent

$857/mo

Population

28,800

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

39.5

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HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Berkeley, MO 5.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield, MO 5.1
LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.1
MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington-franklin Elem.

What grades does Washington-franklin Elem. serve?

Washington-franklin Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Washington-franklin Elem.?

Washington-franklin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington-franklin Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington-franklin Elem. is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington-franklin Elem. rank in MO?

Washington-franklin Elem. ranks #1,661 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Washington-franklin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Washington-franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Washington-franklin Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington-franklin Elem. has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Washington-franklin Elem. a charter school?

No, Washington-franklin Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington-franklin Elem. a Title I school?

No, Washington-franklin Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington-franklin Elem.?

53.8% of students at Washington-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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

FARMINGTON R-VII
District Enrollment
3,980
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,723
District Rank
#6 of 7

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