Serving 666 students in grades 5-6, Franklin Woods Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Woods Intermediate School serves the northeast part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's boundaries, and the furthest edge reaching up to 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Woods Intermediate School's student population of 666 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
We are BULLDOG Strong!
School Rankings
Franklin Woods Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Woods Intermediate School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2338 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Woods Intermediate School's ranking?
Franklin Woods Intermediate School is ranked #2338 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Franklin Woods Intermediate School often compared to?
Franklin Woods Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galloway Ridge Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Franklin Woods Intermediate School?
666 students attend Franklin Woods Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Franklin Woods Intermediate School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Woods Intermediate School?
Franklin Woods Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Woods Intermediate School offer ?
Franklin Woods Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Woods Intermediate School part of?
Franklin Woods Intermediate School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Woods Intermediate School located?
Franklin Woods Intermediate School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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