Excellent
#325 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 9% in state
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School · Wadsworth City
200 Takacs Dr, Wadsworth, OH 44281
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#325 of 3,441
In Wadsworth
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Wadsworth City
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Elementary School
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About Franklin Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wadsworth, OH, part of Wadsworth City. Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elementary School — Students at Franklin Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
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
200 Takacs Dr, Wadsworth, OH 44281
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Overlook Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hazel Harvey Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Doylestown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wadsworth, see our Wadsworth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Intermediate School Wadsworth | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Wadsworth | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL Wadsworth | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Wadsworth High School Wadsworth | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Wadsworth City School District Online Academy Wadsworth | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Wadsworth | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Isham Memorial Elementary School Wadsworth | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Wadsworth Middle School Wadsworth | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Overlook Elementary School Wadsworth | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Valley View Elementary School Wadsworth | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Hazel Harvey Elementary School Doylestown | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Doylestown | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School Doylestown | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Chippewa Virtual Learning Academy Doylestown | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wadsworth | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HAMETOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norton | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Chippewa Intermediate School Doylestown | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Rittman Elementary School Rittman | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Rittman Early Learning Center Rittman | 4.4 mi | — |
| Rittman High School Rittman | 4.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44281 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,128
Median Home Value
$262,200
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
34,073
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Local Elementary School Arlington, OH | 8.8 |
| BETHANY SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 8.8 |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville, OH | 8.8 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights, OH | 8.8 |
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 4th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School is 17.7:1. 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 OH?
Franklin Elementary School ranks #325 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Franklin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% 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?
27.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Medina County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (330) 335-1470
Resources & Links
District
Wadsworth City- District Enrollment
- 4,390
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,131
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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