For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 209 students in Franklin, NE.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Franklin, NE is Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Franklin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Franklin, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 M St
Franklin, NE 68939
(308) 425-6283
Franklin, NE 68939
(308) 425-6283
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
1001 M Street
Franklin, NE 68939
(308) 425-6283
Franklin, NE 68939
(308) 425-6283
Gr: 6-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Franklin, NE?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Franklin, NE include Franklin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Franklin?
2 public elementary schools are located in Franklin.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin?
Franklin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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