Below Average
#388 of 480 schools in NH
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School · Keene School District
217 Washington St., Keene, NH 03431
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#388 of 480
In Keene
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Keene School District
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Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School in Keene · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Keene, NH, part of Keene School District. Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #388 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Franklin Elementary School 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 Elementary School — Students at Franklin Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NH 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: 2.9/10.
How Franklin Elementary School Compares
See how Franklin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
217 Washington St., Keene, NH 03431
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Surry Village Charter School (rated 7.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Surry), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fuller Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Symonds Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Keene, see our Keene schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gathering Waters Charter School (H) Keene | 0.4 mi | — |
| ASHUELOT VALLEY ACADEMY Keene | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Fuller Elementary School Keene | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Gathering Waters Charter School (E) Keene | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Keene | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Wheelock Elementary School Keene | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock Keene | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Symonds Elementary School Keene | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Keene High School Keene | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Jonathan Daniels School Keene | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Keene Middle School Keene | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDARCREST SCHOOL Keene | 2.3 mi | — |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Keene | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE OF CHESHIRE COUNTY Keene | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mt. Caesar Elementary School E. Swanzey | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Monadnock Regional Middle School E. Swanzey | 4.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Monadnock Regional High School E. Swanzey | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Marlborough Elementary School Marlborough | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Surry Village Charter School Surry | 5.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cutler Elementary School W. Swanzey | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,196
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
25,035
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antrim Elementary School Antrim, NH | 4.5 |
| Canaan Elementary School Canaan, NH | 4.6 |
| Cutler Elementary School W. Swanzey, NH | 4.4 |
| Gonic School Gonic, NH | 4.4 |
| Kenneth A. Brett School Tamworth, NH | 4.6 |
| Loudon Elementary School Loudon, NH | 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 Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School is 9.8:1. 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 NH?
Franklin Elementary School ranks #388 of 480 schools in NH.
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 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% 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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elementary School?
60.0% of students at Franklin Elementary School 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cheshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (603) 352-1712
Resources & Links
District
Keene School District- District Enrollment
- 3,044
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,067
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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