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#961 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 43% in state
Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Port Angeles School District
2505 S WASHINGTON ST, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#961 of 2,228
In Port Angeles
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Port Angeles School District
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Elementary
Elementary School in Port Angeles · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Angeles, WA, part of Port Angeles School District. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #961 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Franklin Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
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
2505 S WASHINGTON ST, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greywolf Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Sequim), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Helen Haller Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Sequim), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Angeles, see our Port Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Special Education Port Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Port Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Port Angeles High School Port Angeles | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Port Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Port Angeles | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SEAVIEW ACADEMY Port Angeles | 1.8 mi | 1.7 |
| Lincoln High School Port Angeles | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Stevens Middle School Port Angeles | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Hamilton Elementary Port Angeles | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Clallam Co Juvenile Detention Port Angeles | 3.0 mi | — |
| Dry Creek Elementary Port Angeles | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| OLYMPIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port Angeles | 5.7 mi | 4.5 |
| FIVE ACRE SCHOOL Sequim | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Greywolf Elementary School Sequim | 11.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Helen Haller Elementary School Sequim | 14.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Sequim Middle School Sequim | 14.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Olympic Peninsula Academy Sequim | 14.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Sequim Senior High Sequim | 14.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dungeness Virtual School Sequim | 14.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Crescent School Joyce | 15.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,778
Median Home Value
$368,000
Median Rent
$1,094/mo
Population
23,907
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
48.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Primary School Blaine, WA | 6.7 |
| East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake, WA | 6.7 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.7 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Lynnwood, WA | 6.7 |
| Impact Public Schools Tacoma, WA | 6.7 |
| Kellogg Marsh Elementary School Marysville, WA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 15.4:1. 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 WA?
Franklin Elementary ranks #961 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
59.5% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Clallam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (360) 457-1343
Resources & Links
District
Port Angeles School District- District Enrollment
- 3,530
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,775
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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