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Franklin Avenue School

Elementary School · PEARL RIVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

48 FRANKLIN AVE, Pearl River, NY 10965

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,913 of 4,742

In Pearl River

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

PEARL RIVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Avenue School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Pearl River · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Franklin Avenue School

Franklin Avenue School is a public elementary school in Pearl River, NY, part of PEARL RIVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Franklin Avenue School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,913 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Avenue School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 8.1
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,353
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Franklin Avenue School — Students at Franklin Avenue School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
68.3%
ELA
83.7%
2022
Math
54.6%
ELA
63.1%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Franklin Avenue School Compares

See how Franklin Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Location

48 FRANKLIN AVE, Pearl River, NY 10965

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EVANS PARK SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Montvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pearl River, see our Pearl River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Pearl River 0.5 mi 5.4
PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Pearl River 0.5 mi 6.7
EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River 0.7 mi 8.9
LINCOLN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 0.7 mi 8.6
PEARL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pearl River 1.0 mi 6.3
Memorial Elementary School Montvale 1.4 mi 8.7
Woodside Elementary School River Vale 1.7 mi 5.4
Fieldstone Middle School Montvale 1.6 mi 8.8
GEORGE W MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 2.1 mi 7.8
Pascack Hills High School Montvale 1.7 mi 7.5
HIGHVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 2.2 mi 7.5
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 8.0
Park Ridge High School Park Ridge 2.0 mi 7.4
NANUET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nanuet 2.3 mi 8.4
A MACARTHUR BARR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nanuet 2.4 mi 6.0
West Ridge Elementary School Park Ridge 2.2 mi 8.2
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Nanuet 2.8 mi 6.9
FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.3 mi 2.8
ELDORADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.6 mi 3.1
BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL West Nyack 2.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,970

Median Home Value

$560,200

Median Rent

$2,036/mo

Population

15,526

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Alden, NY 6.8
DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY 6.8
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY 6.8
FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx, NY 6.8
FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 6.8
GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Avenue School

What grades does Franklin Avenue School serve?

Franklin Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Franklin Avenue School?

Franklin Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Avenue School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Avenue School rank in NY?

Franklin Avenue School ranks #1,913 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Franklin Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Avenue School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin Avenue School a charter school?

No, Franklin Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Franklin Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Avenue School?

26.1% of students at Franklin Avenue 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

PEARL RIVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,296
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,353
District Rank
#3 of 5

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