Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Franklin Square Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Square Elementary serves the southwest part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically live around a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School's student population of 490 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Square Elementary Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1128 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
77%
32%
White
3%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Square Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School is ranked #1128 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Franklin Square Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Mchenry Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Franklin Square Elementary Middle School?
490 students attend Franklin Square Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Franklin Square Elementary Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Square Elementary Middle School?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Square Elementary Middle School offer ?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Square Elementary Middle School part of?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Square Elementary Middle School located?
Franklin Square Elementary Middle School is located in the Franklin Square neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Franklin Square.
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