Serving 677 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1977 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
46%
17%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #1977 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
677 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Franklin Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois 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 Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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