Serving 174 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montessori At Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
174 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
2%
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Asian
10%
7%
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Hispanic
4%
10%
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Black
10%
12%
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White
63%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori At Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Montessori At Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln K-8 District-wide School, Washington District-wide Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Montessori At Franklin Elementary School?
174 students attend Montessori At Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montessori At Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montessori At Franklin Elementary School part of?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori At Franklin Elementary School located?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is located in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadow Park.
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