Below Average
#781 of 967 schools in NE
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
3506 FRANKLIN ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#781 of 967
In Omaha
#83 of 146
public schools
In district
#33 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Franklin Elementary School
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About Franklin Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Franklin Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Franklin Elementary School 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 School — Students at Franklin Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE 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: 6.6/10.
How Franklin Elementary School Compares
See how Franklin Elementary School 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
3506 FRANKLIN ST, Omaha, NE 68111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 0.6 mi | — |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 1.0 mi | — |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| DRUID HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SKINNER MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,010
Median Home Value
$101,800
Median Rent
$1,109/mo
Population
25,118
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
39.1%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
30.9%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.5 |
| CHADRON PRIMARY Chadron, NE | 4.5 |
| GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island, NE | 4.5 |
| BENSON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.4 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point, NE | 4.6 |
| NORMAN ROCKWELL ELEM SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary School
What grades does Franklin Elementary School serve?
Franklin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Elementary School rank in NE?
Franklin Elementary School ranks #781 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Franklin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Franklin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Franklin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Franklin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1440
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #33 of 89
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