Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1826 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
66%
12%
White
9%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #1826 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
287 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Franklin Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Middle School located?
Franklin Middle School is located in the Near North neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Near North.
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