Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Franklin Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Primary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Franklin Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Primary School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
72%
16%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Primary School's ranking?
Franklin Primary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Primary School often compared to?
Franklin Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Limestone Walters Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Primary School?
332 students attend Franklin Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Franklin Primary School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Primary School?
Franklin Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Primary School offer ?
Franklin Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Franklin Primary School part of?
Franklin Primary School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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