Serving 469 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Every Learner. Future Ready.
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
58%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbolt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #985 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
469 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
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