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Franklin

125 Derby Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Franklin ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30% in MA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Franklin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Franklin's student population of 349 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026

School Rankings

Franklin ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#333 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
60-64%
42%
61%
44%
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
59%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin's ranking?
Franklin is ranked #333 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Franklin?
349 students attend Franklin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklin students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin?
Franklin has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin offer ?
Franklin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin part of?
Franklin is part of Newton School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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