For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 171 students in Franklin, MN.
The top-ranked public school in Franklin, MN is Cedar Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin, MN public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Franklin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Franklin, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
231 4th Ave E
Franklin, MN 55333
(507) 557-2251
Franklin, MN 55333
(507) 557-2251
Gr: PK-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Franklin, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Franklin, MN include Cedar Mountain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Franklin?
1 public schools are located in Franklin.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin?
Franklin public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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