Below Average
#2455 of 2,846 schools in PA
Franklin EL Sch
Elementary School · Pottstown SD
970 N Franklin St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,455 of 2,846
In Pottstown
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Pottstown SD
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin EL Sch
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About Franklin EL Sch
Franklin EL Sch is a public elementary school in Pottstown, PA, part of Pottstown SD. Franklin EL Sch serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,455 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin EL Sch show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Franklin EL Sch — Students at Franklin EL Sch score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from PA 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: 2.4/10.
How Franklin EL Sch Compares
See how Franklin EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
970 N Franklin St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ringing Rocks El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coventry El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Coventry El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pottstown, see our Pottstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pottstown HS Pottstown | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Pottsgrove SHS Pottstown | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Pottstown MS Pottstown | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| COTTAGE SEVEN ACADEMY Pottstown | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BUXMONT ACADEMY Pipersville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ringing Rocks El Sch Pottstown | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Pottsgrove MS Pottstown | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| THE HILL SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln El Sch Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| WYNDCROFT SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Rupert El Sch Pottstown | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lower Pottsgrove El Sch Pottstown | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pottstown | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Barth El Sch Pottstown | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WEE CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Sanatoga | 2.4 mi | — |
| MALVERN ACADEMY Stowe | 2.4 mi | — |
| North Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| East Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,338
Median Home Value
$231,700
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
48,084
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem, PA | 4.2 |
| Colebrookdale El Sch Boyertown, PA | 4.2 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.2 |
| Elroy Avenue El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 4.2 |
| Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin EL Sch
What grades does Franklin EL Sch serve?
Franklin EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Franklin EL Sch?
Franklin EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin EL Sch is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin EL Sch rank in PA?
Franklin EL Sch ranks #2,455 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Franklin EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin EL Sch has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Franklin EL Sch a charter school?
No, Franklin EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Franklin EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Franklin EL Sch 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
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (610) 970-6641
Resources & Links
District
Pottstown SD- District Enrollment
- 3,308
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,474
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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