Franklin School

242 Buena Vista Road
Vanderbilt, PA 15486
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 127 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Franklin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Franklin School's student population of 127 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Educational Excellence

School Rankings

Franklin School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1110 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
38%
60-64%
55%
60-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
16%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin School's ranking?
Franklin School is ranked #1110 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franklin School?
127 students attend Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Franklin School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin School?
Franklin School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin School offer ?
Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin School part of?
Franklin School is part of Uniontown Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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