Serving 407 students in grades 6-8, Horace Mann ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Horace Mann School serves the northern part of Franklin, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Mann's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horace Mann ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Mann is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Mann's ranking?
Horace Mann is ranked #648 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Horace Mann often compared to?
Horace Mannis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Sullivan Middle School, Remington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann?
407 students attend Horace Mann.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Horace Mann students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Mann?
Horace Mann has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Horace Mann offer ?
Horace Mann offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace Mann part of?
Horace Mann is part of Franklin School District.
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