Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franke Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franke Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franke Park Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Franke Park ALL Foxes are the FUTURE of EXCELLENCE
School Rankings
Franke Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franke Park Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
14%
13%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franke Park Elementary School's ranking?
Franke Park Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Franke Park Elementary School often compared to?
Franke Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred H Croninger Elementary School, Francis M Price Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Franke Park Elementary School?
406 students attend Franke Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Franke Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franke Park Elementary School?
Franke Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franke Park Elementary School offer ?
Franke Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franke Park Elementary School part of?
Franke Park Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Franke Park Elementary School located?
Franke Park Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Points.
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