Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 563 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cadillac Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #801 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Forest View Elementary School, Floyd M Jewett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
563 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Cadillac Area School District.
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