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#1214 of 2,105 schools in WI
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Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Madison Metropolitan School District
305 W Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 50 schools in Madison. Learn more
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,214 of 2,105
In Madison
#36 of 54
public schools
In district
#35 of 52
Madison Metropolitan School District
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Franklin Elementary
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About Franklin Elementary
Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Madison, WI, part of Madison Metropolitan School District. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,214 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
305 W Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Edge Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Fitchburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JAMES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Randall Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison | 0.2 mi | — |
| James Wright Middle Madison | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Metro School Madison | 1.1 mi | — |
| 4K PK Off Site Madison | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Madison | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Southside Elementary School Madison | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Badger Rock Middle Madison | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Madison | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| GREENWAY CROSSING MONTESSORI Madison | 1.9 mi | — |
| Randall Elementary School Madison | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lapham Elementary Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Innovative High Madison | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Madison | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Madison | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| West High Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Marquette Elementary Madison | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle Madison | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Edge Elementary School Fitchburg | 2.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Leopold Elementary Madison | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,598
Median Home Value
$436,100
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
15,499
College Educated
66.3%
Homeownership
19.4%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
51.3%
Median Age
21.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST-ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 6.1 |
| Grant Elementary Sheboygan, WI | 6.1 |
| Kate Goodrich Elementary Merrill, WI | 6.1 |
| Langlade Elementary Green Bay, WI | 6.1 |
| Little Prairie Primary East Troy, WI | 6.1 |
| Manawa Elementary Manawa, WI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Elementary
What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?
Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary?
Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 14.6:1. 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 WI?
Franklin Elementary ranks #1,214 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
25.7% 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (608) 204-2292
Resources & Links
District
Madison Metropolitan School District- District Enrollment
- 25,247
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,411
- District Rank
- #35 of 52
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