Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Square Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Square Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Square Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Square Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Square Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1547 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
39%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greater Clark County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Square Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Square Elementary School is ranked #1547 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Square Elementary School?
524 students attend Franklin Square Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Franklin Square Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Square Elementary School?
Franklin Square Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Square Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Square Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Square Elementary School part of?
Franklin Square Elementary School is part of Greater Clark County Schools.
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