Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus's student population of 714 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1395 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
34%
34%
Black
35%
14%
White
12%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus's ranking?
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus is ranked #1395 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus?
714 students attend Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus?
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus offer ?
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus part of?
Franklin Middle School At Sampson G. Smith Campus is part of Franklin Township Public School District.
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