Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Every Learner. Future Ready.
School Mascot
Thunderbolt
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
19%
7%
White
59%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbolt
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #985 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Middle School, Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy, Mckinley Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
532 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
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