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Franklin Elementary

Summary:

Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Angeles, Washington, serving 354 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Port Angeles School District, which is ranked 81 out of 247 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating.

Franklin Elementary stands out for its strong academic performance, with generally higher proficiency rates on state assessments compared to the district and state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, Franklin had a 53.99% proficiency rate in ELA, versus 52.63% for the state, and a 64.58% proficiency rate in science, significantly higher than the district (50.58%) and state (49.73%) averages. The school's female students and students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds also perform particularly well, ranking 330 out of 1,100 and 659 out of 1,113 Washington elementary schools, respectively, in 2021-2022.

However, Franklin Elementary's statewide ranking has declined over the years, from 151 out of 1,106 schools in 2012-2013 to 498 out of 1,168 schools in 2023-2024. Additionally, the school's White students consistently outperform its multi-racial students, indicating potential achievement gaps along racial lines. When compared to nearby schools like Dry Creek Elementary and Hamilton Elementary, which also have strong academic results, Franklin Elementary may have opportunities to learn from their best practices and address areas for improvement.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 2505 S Washington St
       Port Angeles, WA  98362-6763

(360) 457-1343

District: Port Angeles School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
498th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,894 Help


Students who attend Franklin Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Stevens Middle School
High:    Port Angeles High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.8 Help
Number of students:  338

Racial breakdown:

White:
77.8%
Hispanic:
9.8%
Two or more races:
7.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  59.5% Help


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Compare Details Franklin Elementary ranks better than 57.4% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 3rd among 5 ranked elementary schools in the Port Angeles School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 54.95. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (77.8%), Hispanic (9.8%), two or more races (7.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 59.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Port Angeles School District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary is 14.8, which is the 2nd best among 5 elementary schools in the Port Angeles School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Franklin Elementary is $18,894, which is the 2nd highest among 5 elementary schools in the Port Angeles School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Franklin Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Franklin Elementary 498th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Franklin Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Port Angeles School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Port Angeles School District 81st of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Franklin Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 82.10 137th 1026 86.6%
2005 91.00 47th 1031 95.4%
2006 75.16 210th 1051 80.0%
2007 73.39 229th 1069 78.6%
2008 81.15 137th 1067 87.2%
2009 70.95 266th 1072 75.2%
2010 72.48 242nd 1088 77.8%
2011 71.13 275th 1092 74.8%
2012 64.60 389th 1097 64.5%
2013 81.50 151st 1106 86.3%
2015 61.35 389th 1067 63.5%
2016 45.55 593rd 1053 43.7%
2017 59.05 438th 1056 58.5%
2018 55.34 471st 1054 55.3%
2019 68.37 352nd 1130 68.8%
2021 49.80 515th 1107 53.5%
2022 53.99 496th 1169 57.6%
2023 41.80 664th 1169 43.2%
2024 54.95 498th 1168 57.4%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 13.10 235th 252 6.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.51 391st 637 38.6%
2019 54.07 202nd 566 64.3%
2024 48.12 171st 339 49.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.46 372nd 835 55.4%
2019 70.48 198th 979 79.8%
2021 58.28 279th 854 67.3%
2022 69.68 207th 1019 79.7%
2023 55.07 418th 1013 58.7%
2024 64.19 313th 1024 69.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.20 630th 1004 37.3%
2019 55.70 493rd 1068 53.8%
2021 57.66 390th 1008 61.3%
2022 67.48 330th 1100 70.0%
2023 45.45 579th 1094 47.1%
2024 57.92 427th 1093 60.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.77 383rd 999 61.7%
2019 72.97 277th 1075 74.2%
2021 38.99 588th 1025 42.6%
2022 38.61 659th 1113 40.8%
2023 36.31 691st 1099 37.1%
2024 53.58 486th 1099 55.8%
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Rank History for White students at Franklin Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.00 451st 833 45.9%
2019 61.02 405th 1027 60.6%
2021 39.32 576th 943 38.9%
2022 49.83 508th 1031 50.7%
2023 28.72 777th 1011 23.1%
2024 39.56 631st 1009 37.5%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a teacher
Saturday, October 4, 2014

Open Quote A staff who cooperates and puts students first. A principal who supports staff, has great skills and years of teaching experience. Front office staff who are talented, consistent and communicate very effectively. Custodial staff who keep the building clean and pleasant. A PTO who funds those extra projects and needs of teachers. A significant number of parents who volunteer and support the classroom teacher. For twenty years, as a parent and staff member, Franklin has been a great school to be a part of. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Franklin Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 534 8 7 11 24 n/a n/a 0 584
1989 517 8 16 7 15 n/a n/a 0 563
1990 544 8 22 5 15 n/a n/a 0 594
1991 555 3 21 9 14 n/a n/a 0 602
1992 572 2 22 6 18 n/a n/a 0 620
1993 551 5 26 10 23 n/a n/a 0 615
1994 503 12 24 8 18 n/a n/a 0 565
1995 465 10 18 15 20 n/a n/a 0 528
1996 465 10 18 15 20 n/a n/a 0 528
1997 458 7 20 17 16 n/a n/a 0 518
1998 431 11 19 15 36 n/a n/a 0 512
1999 416 12 15 10 35 n/a n/a 0 488
2000 364 6 16 13 28 n/a n/a 0 427
2001 387 12 15 8 22 n/a n/a 0 444
2002 347 11 13 11 20 n/a n/a 0 402
2003 347 11 13 11 20 n/a n/a 0 402
2004 315 8 15 12 23 n/a n/a 0 373
2005 424 13 16 18 25 n/a n/a 0 496
2006 379 16 20 21 30 n/a n/a 0 466
2007 392 10 20 22 31 n/a n/a 2 477
2008 364 15 26 21 24 n/a n/a 5 455
2009 353 11 23 18 19 n/a n/a 7 431
2010 324 6 27 10 29 n/a n/a 37 433
2011 302 8 16 32 11 1 49 0 419
2012 284 8 18 38 9 1 38 0 396
2013 281 6 17 31 11 5 43 0 394
2014 299 6 19 39 15 2 43 0 423
2015 280 8 13 39 14 0 39 0 393
2016 300 6 12 41 10 0 37 0 406
2017 308 6 12 43 14 0 38 0 421
2018 316 3 10 38 19 0 35 0 421
2019 317 4 11 41 18 0 31 0 422
2020 333 2 11 44 14 0 29 0 433
2021 185 2 8 21 7 0 24 0 247
2022 222 1 8 35 12 0 27 0 305
2023 262 1 8 41 13 2 27 0 354
2024 263 1 5 33 10 1 25 0 338

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Franklin Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 584 26.0 22.4 0
1989 563 25.0 22.5 n/a
1990 594 27.3 21.7 0
1991 602 26.1 23.0 n/a
1992 620 27.6 22.4 n/a
1993 615 30.1 20.4 n/a
1994 565 30.3 18.6 n/a
1995 528 26.9 19.6 n/a
1996 528 26.9 19.6 n/a
1997 518 24.8 20.9 n/a
1998 512 25.3 20.2 n/a
1999 488 23.3 20.9 n/a
2000 427 23.3 18.3 n/a
2001 444 24.3 18.3 n/a
2002 402 21.3 18.9 49
2003 402 21.3 18.9 49
2004 373 21.0 17.8 38.9
2005 496 20.9 23.7 52.4
2006 466 28.1 16.6 45.7
2007 477 26.9 17.7 42.7
2008 455 24.7 18.4 47.3
2009 431 24.7 17.4 45.3
2010 433 22.0 19.6 61.4
2011 419 23.6 17.7 50.8
2012 396 22.7 17.4 55.6
2013 394 22.7 17.3 54.8
2014 423 n/a n/a 56.3
2015 393 29.0 13.5 62.1
2016 406 25.0 16.2 58.4
2017 421 25.5 16.5 58.7
2018 421 27.0 15.5 55.1
2019 422 27.9 15.1 55.2
2020 433 27.9 15.5 55.9
2021 247 18.3 13.4 53.8
2022 305 22.6 13.4 56.4
2023 354 24.7 14.3 62.1
2024 338 22.7 14.8 59.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Franklin Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 584 26.0 22.4 0
1989 563 25.0 22.5 n/a
1990 594 27.3 21.7 0
1991 602 26.1 23.0 n/a
1992 620 27.6 22.4 n/a
1993 615 30.1 20.4 n/a
1994 565 30.3 18.6 n/a
1995 528 26.9 19.6 n/a
1996 528 26.9 19.6 n/a
1997 518 24.8 20.9 n/a
1998 512 25.3 20.2 n/a
1999 488 23.3 20.9 n/a
2000 427 23.3 18.3 n/a
2001 444 24.3 18.3 n/a
2002 402 21.3 18.9 49
2003 402 21.3 18.9 49
2004 373 21.0 17.8 38.9
2005 496 20.9 23.7 52.4
2006 466 28.1 16.6 45.7
2007 477 26.9 17.7 42.7
2008 455 24.7 18.4 47.3
2009 431 24.7 17.4 45.3
2010 433 22.0 19.6 61.4
2011 419 23.6 17.7 50.8
2012 396 22.7 17.4 55.6
2013 394 22.7 17.3 54.8
2014 423 n/a n/a 56.3
2015 393 29.0 13.5 62.1
2016 406 25.0 16.2 58.4
2017 421 25.5 16.5 58.7
2018 421 27.0 15.5 55.1
2019 422 27.9 15.1 55.2
2020 433 27.9 15.5 55.9
2021 247 18.3 13.4 53.8
2022 305 22.6 13.4 56.4
2023 354 24.7 14.3 62.1
2024 338 22.7 14.8 59.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Franklin Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201680.0%0.0%0.0%6.2%92.3%87.7%90.8%86.2%92.3%87.7%
201784.9%0.0%1.5%1.5%10.6%86.4%87.9%95.5%86.4%87.9%87.9%
201886.7%0.0%3.3%5.0%3.3%91.7%90.0%96.7%88.3%95.0%90.0%
201976.4%0.0%7.3%3.6%12.7%83.6%85.5%85.5%80.0%80.0%85.5%
202083.6%3.6%9.1%1.8%3.6%89.1%89.1%90.9%89.1%89.1%89.1%89.1%89.1%89.1%
202193.9%3.0%0.0%0.0%3.0%93.9%93.9%100.0%97.0%93.9%97.0%97.0%97.0%93.9%
202289.8%1.7%5.1%0.0%1.7%89.8%91.5%93.2%89.8%91.5%89.8%89.8%89.8%91.5%
202392.2%2.0%3.9%0.0%2.0%92.2%92.2%96.1%96.1%94.1%96.1%96.1%96.1%92.2%
202482.5%1.8%1.8%0.0%0.0%87.7%87.7%89.5%86.0%87.7%87.7%87.7%87.7%87.7%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

6th Grade Immunization Rates

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201874.0%0.0%4.0%2.0%10.0%96.0%80.0%96.0%90.0%98.0%82.0%
201962.1%0.0%8.6%5.2%10.3%91.4%69.0%93.1%89.7%93.1%69.0%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201984.2%0.7%2.9%8.2%92.6%92.1%93.3%91.1%92.6%92.1%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Franklin Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,610 (11.2%) $12,776 (88.8%) $14,386
2020 $877 (7.9%) $10,269 (92.1%) $11,146
2021 $2,426 (11.4%) $18,937 (88.6%) $21,363
2022 $3,791 (20.1%) $15,102 (79.9%) $18,894

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Franklin Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 352nd of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 664th of 1169 Elementary schools
 25.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Franklin Elementary)71.442.9
 28.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Port Angeles School District)64.552.1
 12.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Franklin Elementary)69.645.7
 23.9%
   3rd Grade Math (Port Angeles School District)65.257.2
 8%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Franklin Elementary)78.450
 28.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Port Angeles School District)62.143.1
 19%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Franklin Elementary)78.440.4
 38.1%
   4th Grade Math (Port Angeles School District)62.748.5
 14.2%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Franklin Elementary)65.647.4
 18.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Port Angeles School District)64.553.9
 10.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Franklin Elementary)56.323.7
 32.6%
   5th Grade Math (Port Angeles School District)5539.2
 15.8%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Franklin Elementary)62.555.3
 7.2%
   5th Grade Science (Port Angeles School District)61.453.8
 7.6%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Franklin Elementary)54.643.4
 11.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Port Angeles School District)61.555.6
 5.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.847.9
 9.9%
6th Grade Math (Franklin Elementary)4039.6
 0.4%
   6th Grade Math (Port Angeles School District)5148.6
 2.5%
   6th Grade Math (Washington)47.738.1
 9.6%
All Grades English Language Arts (Franklin Elementary)67.346.1
 21.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Port Angeles School District)65.555.4
 10.1%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Franklin Elementary)60.637.6
 23%
   All Grades Math (Port Angeles School District)55.244.3
 10.9%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Franklin Elementary)62.555.3
 7.2%
   All Grades Science (Port Angeles School District)64.754.7
 10.1%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students422354
 16.1%
African American41
 75%
American Indian1813
 27.8%
Asian118
 27.3%
Hispanic4141
Pacific Islander02
White317262
 17.4%
Two or More Races3127
 12.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients55.2%62.1%
 6.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin Elementary

Franklin Elementary ranks 498th of 1168 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Franklin Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Stevens Middle School
High : Port Angeles High School

Students at Franklin Elementary are 78% White, 10% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 3% American Indian, 1% Asian.

In the 2023-24 school year, 338 students attended Franklin Elementary.


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