Serving 174 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montessori At Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori At Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln K-8 District-wide School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Montessori At Franklin Elementary School?
174 students attend Montessori At Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori At Franklin Elementary School?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montessori At Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori At Franklin Elementary School part of?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is part of Rochester 51±¬ÁÏ District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori At Franklin Elementary School located?
Montessori At Franklin Elementary School is located in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadow Park.
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