Benjamin Franklin Middle School

225 Middle School Road
Rocky Mount, VA 24151
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 1,495 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,495 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50% in VA
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Benjamin Franklin Middle School's student population of 1,495 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,495 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
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School Rankings

Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (VA)
#654 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
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64%
54%
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72%
69%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
8%
18%
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Black
8%
22%
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White
75%
46%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
8%
7%
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0.42
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Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benjamin Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is ranked #654 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
1,495 students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benjamin Franklin Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is part of Franklin Co PBLC Schs School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,495 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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