Serving 962 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School's student population of 962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
962 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1526 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School is ranked #1526 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridesburg School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School?
962 students attend Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School part of?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School is part of Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School located?
Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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