Below Average
#2896 of 3,778 schools in FL
Franklin Middle Magnet School
Middle School · HILLSBOROUGH
3915 E 21ST AVE, Tampa, FL 33605
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,896 of 3,778
In Tampa
#116 of 161
public schools
In district
#197 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Franklin Middle Magnet School
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About Franklin Middle Magnet School
Franklin Middle Magnet School is a public middle school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Franklin Middle Magnet School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,896 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Middle Magnet School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Franklin Middle Magnet School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Middle Magnet School — Students at Franklin Middle Magnet School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Franklin Middle Magnet School Compares
See how Franklin Middle Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3915 E 21ST AVE, Tampa, FL 33605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Middle Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF TAMPA (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FERRELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KING'S KID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 0.4 mi | — |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| THE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL AND ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| A BRIDGE OF HOPE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.9 mi | — |
| IDEA HOPE Tampa | 1.1 mi | — |
| LOMAX MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| POTTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| LINABEAN ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| FERRELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SHORE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| MT CALVARY SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| DESOTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ORANGE GROVE MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MIDDLETON HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,790
Median Home Value
$235,100
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
16,623
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
38
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| HORACE MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL El Portal, FL | 4.9 |
| RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.9 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY RIVERSIDE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL | 5.0 |
| BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.8 |
| CHAMPIONSHIP ACADEMY OF DISTINCTION MIDDLE SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 4.8 |
| GEORGIA JONES AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Middle Magnet School
What grades does Franklin Middle Magnet School serve?
Franklin Middle Magnet School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Franklin Middle Magnet School?
Franklin Middle Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle Magnet School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Middle Magnet School rank in FL?
Franklin Middle Magnet School ranks #2,896 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Franklin Middle Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Franklin Middle Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Middle Magnet School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Franklin Middle Magnet School a charter school?
No, Franklin Middle Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Middle Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Franklin Middle Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Middle Magnet School?
53.8% of students at Franklin Middle Magnet School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 744-8108
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #197 of 286
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