Franklin Elementary School serves 217 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 217 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
11%
17%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
46%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
217 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Mattoon Community Unit School District 2.
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