Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Middle School serves the northeast part of Wheaton, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #520 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, John E Albright Middle School, Monroe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
525 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of CUSD 200 School District.
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