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Franklin Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 564 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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2010:
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Posted February 10, 2013

The kindergarten class my son is in is wonderful. He is leaps and bounds ahead already.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2012

I have to agree with the other post. They teach to the test and not much else and it don't seem to mean much since the kids still do poorly on the tests. The staff can be rude the pta is run like a clique and its hard not to feel dissappointed. I wish I could afford to put my kida somewheee else. :(
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 26, 2010

What are you basing your thoughts on that the school curriculum is behind? I monitor this very carefully, and have been suprised again & again by the abundance of work and testing tools in place challenging all levels of learning.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 26, 2010

The current principal is completely disengaged and disinterested in the students and the parents. The school has a full time anti bullying campaign, while neglecting the students academics which is reflected in the 30% state passing rate. The teachers are ok, my sons teacher was genuinely passionate about her job, but really didn't know how to bring out the best in her students. The VP and support staff are awesome, but the lack of leadership is killing that school. I pulled my son out after just one year -I was tutoring him at home everyday after school to keep him where he should be, the schools curriculum is definitely behind. Good thing I did that too, because now he is thriving at a blue ribbon private school 15 minutes away. It's not fair that my taxes have to support such a horrible performance!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2008

The principal at this school is an excellent involved caring professional. The librarian has the capability to run the district. My child has had many wonderful teachers and a few who were out of touch with the emotional needs of children.Much attention is given to those with special needs, however those who are considered average may be lost in the sauce. The focus on Black History is relentless.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2008

My daughter Amanda has went to this school since Kindergarden. She loved it. Her grades were great. The teachers, and staff are wonderful and honest. They will tell you right away if there is a problem, and then work on fixing it. We moved away and they went to a new school, with a 9 out of ten rating, and guess what, she hated it and so did I. We are in the process of moving back.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 10, 2008

The teachers are great at this school. My children are having a great educational and social experience here.


Posted October 5, 2004

Children should be bussed if more than 5-6 blocks from home especially if they live across st george ave.
—Submitted by RONDA THEBODEAU, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 67% in 2012.

88 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
40%

2009

 
 
47%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

88 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
73%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 59% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
31%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
40%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 62% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
45%

2009

 
 
46%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
58%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students60%
Female79%
Male49%
Black62%
Asiann/a
Hispanic52%
White81%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged53%
Non-economically disadvantaged79%
Special education36%
General education71%
English language learners33%
Non-migrant60%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students81%
Female82%
Male80%
Black72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
White81%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged78%
Non-economically disadvantaged88%
Special education79%
General education82%
English language learners73%
Non-migrant81%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students50%
Female66%
Male35%
Black52%
Asiann/a
Hispanic39%
White57%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged53%
Non-economically disadvantaged44%
Special education12%
General education63%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant50%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former43%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students85%
Female88%
Male81%
Black86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
White79%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged88%
Non-economically disadvantaged76%
Special education41%
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant85%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former93%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students95%
Female100%
Male91%
Black93%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
White100%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged97%
Non-economically disadvantaged92%
Special education88%
General education98%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant95%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former93%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students48%
Female41%
Male52%
Black39%
Asiann/a
Hispanic56%
White54%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged42%
Non-economically disadvantaged62%
Special education53%
General education45%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant48%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students79%
Female76%
Male81%
Black70%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
White85%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged76%
Non-economically disadvantaged86%
Special education73%
General education81%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant79%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 40% 20%
Black 32% 17%
White 23% 54%
Asian 4% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 59%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 9N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1809 St Georges Ave
Rahway, NJ 07065
Phone: (732) 396-1050

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