Serving 771 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Regional Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Regional MS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Murrysville, PA, encompassing approximately 37.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Regional Middle School's student population of 771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
771 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Regional Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Regional Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Regional Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Regional Middle School is ranked #461 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franklin Regional Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Regional Middle School?
771 students attend Franklin Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Franklin Regional Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Regional Middle School?
Franklin Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Regional Middle School offer ?
Franklin Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Regional Middle School part of?
Franklin Regional Middle School is part of Franklin Regional School District.
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