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#330 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 9% in state

Franklin Middle School

Middle School · CUSD 200

211 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#330 of 3,813

In Wheaton

#6 of 17

public schools

In district

#6 of 20

CUSD 200

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

Middle School in Wheaton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Middle School

Franklin Middle School is a public middle school in Wheaton, IL, part of CUSD 200. Franklin Middle School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,208
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Franklin Middle School — Students at Franklin Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Franklin Middle School Compares

See how Franklin Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in IL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

211 E Franklin St, Wheaton, IL 60187

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hadley Junior High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glen Ellyn), with a very similar rating. Another option is Monroe Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Edison Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wheaton, see our Wheaton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton 0.2 mi 8.0
Longfellow Elem School Wheaton 0.4 mi 8.9
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 0.6 mi 9.3
Whittier Elem School Wheaton 0.9 mi 8.2
Lowell Elem School Wheaton 0.8 mi 7.9
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 0.9 mi
Edison Middle School Wheaton 1.2 mi 7.4
Wheaton North High School Wheaton 1.2 mi 8.7
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 1.2 mi 8.4
Lincoln Elem School Wheaton 1.3 mi 8.6
Emerson Elem School Wheaton 1.1 mi 8.8
CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton 1.3 mi 8.0
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton 1.4 mi 7.5
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton 1.3 mi 8.2
Hadley Junior High School Glen Ellyn 1.5 mi 8.3
Monroe Middle School Wheaton 1.4 mi 7.5
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF WHEATON Wheaton 1.9 mi 4.5
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.6 mi 7.9
Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.9 mi 6.8
Madison Elem School Wheaton 1.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60187 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,048

Median Home Value

$432,200

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

28,867

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

34.8

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Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills, IL 8.6
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Middle School

What grades does Franklin Middle School serve?

Franklin Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Franklin Middle School?

Franklin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Middle School rank in IL?

Franklin Middle School ranks #330 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Franklin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin Middle School a charter school?

No, Franklin Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Middle School a Title I school?

No, Franklin Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Middle School?

27.3% of students at Franklin Middle 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

CUSD 200
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,208
District Rank
#6 of 20

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