Franklin Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Mankato · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
388 students
Washington Elementary
Mankato · Public elementary · Grades K–5
376 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Mankato, Minnesota | Washington Elementary Mankato, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 923 | #463 of 923 |
| National rank | #4409 of 50,301 | #12632 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 388 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 40.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 61% |
| city | Mankato | Mankato |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 68.2).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 61%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.2% vs 52.1%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.0).
- •Franklin Elementary is the larger school with 388 students compared with 376.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Franklin Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 68.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Franklin Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Mankato and Mankato in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 388. Washington Elementary: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Franklin Elementary is 137th of 923 and Washington Elementary is 463rd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).