Best Schools in Franklin, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Cedar Mountain Elementary
Elementary · Cedar Mountain School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$115,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$115,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Franklin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Mountain Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.6/10
- Median household income
- $62,250
- Median home value
- $115,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Franklin compares
Median household income
$62k
74% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Franklin, Minnesota
Franklin, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.6 out of 10, schools in Franklin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Franklin is Cedar Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Franklin is served by 1 school district: CEDAR MOUNTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 396 students.
Franklin's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,250. The poverty rate in the area is 14.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 170 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
Schools in Franklin
Franklin, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,250
Median Home Value
$115,900
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
697
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Community Profile
Franklin has a median household income of $62,250. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $115,900, with a median rent of $872/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Franklin, Minnesota
How many schools are in Franklin, Minnesota?
Franklin has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Franklin, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklin is 8.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Franklin, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Cedar Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Franklin, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Cedar Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Franklin, Minnesota?
Franklin is served by 1 school district: Cedar Mountain School District.
What is the education level in Franklin, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Franklin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Franklin, Minnesota?
The median household income in Franklin is approximately $62,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklin, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklin is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklin, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.