Serving 529 students in grades 4-8, Franklin Park Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Park Middle School's student population of 529 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Park Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Park Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Park Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Park Middle School is ranked #761 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Park Middle School?
529 students attend Franklin Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Franklin Park Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Park Middle School?
Franklin Park Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Park Middle School offer ?
Franklin Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Franklin Park Middle School part of?
Franklin Park Middle School is part of Salem SD 111 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/11/2010
They teach children to take tests. While there are music classes they do not teach the children how to play their instruments or music theory. The level of bullying is beyond society's norm and the staff not only allows it, they bully the parents for having the nerve to voice their concerns. Also I have heard more than once parents being made fun of by the teachers and private matters being discussed in the lounge.
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