Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Campus Size
15
School Motto
Think MORE, Learn MORE, Be MORE Together.
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #109 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
756 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Middle School offer ?
Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Middle School part of?
Franklin Middle School is part of Pocatello School District.
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