Serving 198 students in grades 6-12, New Franklin Middle-high ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Franklin Middle-high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
New Franklin Middle-high's student population of 198 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1942
School Rankings
New Franklin Middle-high ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Franklin Middle-high is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
91%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Franklin Middle-high's ranking?
New Franklin Middle-high is ranked #1295 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Franklin Middle-high?
The graduation rate of New Franklin Middle-high is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Franklin Middle-high?
198 students attend New Franklin Middle-high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of New Franklin Middle-high students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Franklin Middle-high?
New Franklin Middle-high has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Franklin Middle-high offer ?
New Franklin Middle-high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Franklin Middle-high part of?
New Franklin Middle-high is part of New Franklin R-I School District.
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