Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Middle School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Creating our future the Prowler Way.
School Rankings
Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1163 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Prowlers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Middle School is ranked #1163 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Middle School?
454 students attend Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Franklin Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Middle School?
Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 Thief River Falls School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break!
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break!
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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