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#980 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 40% in state
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Township of Union School District
1500 LINDY TERRACE, Union, NJ 07083
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#980 of 2,466
In Union
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Township of Union School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Elementary
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Union, NJ, part of Township of Union School District. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #980 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Franklin Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ 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: 9.3/10.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary 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
1500 LINDY TERRACE, Union, NJ 07083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hurden Looker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tuscan Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Union, see our Union schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deanna G. Taylor Academy Hillside | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Union | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Union Avenue Middle School Irvington | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Kawameeh Middle School Union | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Livingston Elementary Union | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Connecticut Farms Elementary Union | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Burnet Middle School Union | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Hannah Caldwell Elementary Union | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Hillside High School Hillside | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Union | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Hurden Looker School Hillside | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Washington Elementary Union | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Union High School Union | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Ola Edwards Community School Hillside | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Clinton Elementary School Maplewood | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,106
Median Home Value
$425,600
Median Rent
$1,938/mo
Population
57,036
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park, NJ | 6.9 |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar, NJ | 6.9 |
| Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School Jersey City, NJ | 6.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 6.9 |
| East Dover Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 6.9 |
| Folsom Elementary School Folsom, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Elementary rank in NJ?
Franklin Elementary ranks #980 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Franklin Elementary a charter school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Franklin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elementary?
49.5% of students at Franklin Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (908) 851-6450
Resources & Links
District
Township of Union School District- District Enrollment
- 7,970
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,824
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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