Serving 832 students in grades 7-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 832 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)76%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)84%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #225 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Middle School, Rocky Run Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
832 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Middle School located?
Franklin Middle School is located in the Sully neighborhood of Chantilly, VA.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2021
It's a nice school that's not hard to know your way around, the teachers are all really nice and connect with the students. And all the other students are really fun to hang out with. I've made a lot of new friends throughout my time at Franklin. The teachers are really good at helping you understand and it hasn't been too hard to get good grades, especially since the teachers genuinely want you to do well.
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