Serving 272 students in grades 7-8, Franklin Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Junior High School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Junior High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Junior High School's ranking?
Franklin Junior High School is ranked #30 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Junior High School?
272 students attend Franklin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Franklin Junior High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Junior High School?
Franklin Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Junior High School offer ?
Franklin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Franklin Junior High School part of?
Franklin Junior High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
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