Top Rankings
Franklin Square Union Free School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 5%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,914 students in Franklin Square Union Free School District. This district's average testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public schools in New York.
Public Schools in Franklin Square Union Free School District have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
3 Schools
4,818 Schools
# Students
1,914 Students
2,508,712 Students
# Teachers
158 Teachers
217,359 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Franklin Square Union Free School District, which is ranked #203 of all 1,015 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
Overall District Rank
#194 out of 1020 school districts
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.64
0.72
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
18%
10%
% Hispanic
25%
30%
% Black
3%
16%
% White
52%
40%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $21,016 in this school district is less than the state median of $31,307. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $20,026 is less than the state median of $32,183. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$40 MM
$78,541 MM
Spending
$38 MM
$80,737 MM
Revenue / Student
$21,016
$31,307
Spending / Student
$20,026
$32,183
Best Franklin Square Union Free School District Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Street School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
560 Nassau Blvd
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6955
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6955
Grades: PK-6
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
Polk Street School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
960 Polk Ave
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 352-6300
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 352-6300
Grades: PK-6
| 624 students
Rank: #33.
Washington Street School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
760 Washington St
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6995
Franklin Square, NY 11010
(516) 505-6995
Grades: PK-6
| 790 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Franklin Square Union Free School District?
Franklin Square Union Free School District manages 3 public schools serving 1,914 students.
What is the rank of Franklin Square Union Free School District?
Franklin Square Union Free School District is ranked #203 out of 1,015 school districts in New York (top 20%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of New York school districts for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%), Highest science proficiency (Top 5%) and Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin Square Union Free School District?
52% of Franklin Square Union Free School District students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Franklin Square Union Free School District?
Franklin Square Union Free School District has a student/teacher ratio of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What is Franklin Square Union Free School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $20,026 is less than the state median of $32,183. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.
