Franklin Elementary School serves 243 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 243 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 1100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
60%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
243 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Mattoon CUSD 2 School District.
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