Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Township School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Township School's student population of 251 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Township School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Township School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#984 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
70%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fireballs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Township School's ranking?
Franklin Township School is ranked #984 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Township School?
251 students attend Franklin Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Franklin Township School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Township School?
Franklin Township School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Township School offer ?
Franklin Township School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Township School part of?
Franklin Township School is part of Franklin Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Township School located?
Franklin Township School is located in the Broadway neighborhood of Washington, NJ.
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