Serving 665 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Champaign, IL school district, covering approximately 80.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 665 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
665 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.73, which is more 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
#2220 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
42%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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 #2220 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
665 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Franklin Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% 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 Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School- Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School- Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
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