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Franklin Elementary

Elementary School · West Allis-West Milwaukee School District

2060 S 86th St, West Allis, WI 53227

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,638 of 2,105

In West Allis

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 15

West Allis-West Milwaukee School District

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Franklin Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in West Allis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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5.2/10

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About Franklin Elementary

Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in West Allis, WI, part of West Allis-West Milwaukee School District. Franklin Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,638 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,081
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Franklin Elementary — Students at Franklin Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
33.6%
2025
Math
30.5%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Franklin Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in WI
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2060 S 86th St, West Allis, WI 53227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Allis, see our West Allis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Central High West Allis 0.2 mi 3.4
Wilson Elementary West Allis 0.5 mi 5.2
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.5 mi 7.1
James E Dottke Project-Based Learning High School West Allis 0.6 mi 5.4
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis 1.0 mi 7.0
Jefferson Elementary West Allis 0.8 mi 4.2
Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate West Allis 1.0 mi 5.5
LAMB OF GOD EV LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Allis 0.9 mi 6.9
GOOD SHEPHERDS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 6.1
Irving Elementary West Allis 1.1 mi 5.2
THE RICHARDSON SCHOOL West Allis 1.1 mi 6.5
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.5 mi 8.0
ST CHARLES EDUCATION CENTER Milwaukee 1.6 mi
Mitchell Elementary West Allis 1.4 mi 6.2
Shared Journeys West Allis 1.5 mi
Deeper Learning Virtual Academy West Allis 1.5 mi 2.5
ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.9 mi 7.3
Horace Mann Elementary West Allis 1.5 mi 3.8
MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.9 mi 9.5
Fairview Elementary Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,594

Median Home Value

$214,300

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

22,988

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

48.5%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Elementary

What grades does Franklin Elementary serve?

Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Franklin Elementary?

Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 14.5:1. 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 #1,638 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

52.4% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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