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#516 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 28% in state

Franklin Middle

Middle School · Fairfax County Public Schools

3300 Lees Corner Rd, Chantilly, VA 20151

Enrollment

824

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#516 of 1,851

In Chantilly

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#83 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Middle

7.5/10

Middle School in Chantilly · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Middle

Franklin Middle is a public middle school in Chantilly, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Franklin Middle serves approximately 824 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Middle show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)85% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Franklin Middle — Students at Franklin Middle score 84% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 85%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.9% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 90.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 SOL)

Based on 31 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
93%
2017
ELA
91%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2025
Math
75.7%
ELA
85.7%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Franklin Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in VA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

3300 Lees Corner Rd, Chantilly, VA 20151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rocky Run Middle (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carson Middle (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Herndon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chantilly, see our Chantilly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly 0.2 mi 8.1
ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly 0.3 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly 0.6 mi
Oak Hill Elementary Herndon 0.7 mi 8.4
NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Herndon 1.2 mi 7.8
Lees Corner Elementary Fairfax 1.3 mi 7.9
Carson Middle Herndon 1.4 mi 7.3
KING ABDULLAH ACADEMY Herndon 1.6 mi 7.2
Brookfield Elementary Chantilly 1.7 mi 3.3
Floris Elementary Herndon 2.0 mi 6.8
Chantilly High Chantilly 2.0 mi 8.5
THE AUBURN SCHOOL Chantilly 1.6 mi 6.8
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT CHANTILLY Chantilly 2.2 mi 7.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly 2.1 mi
Greenbriar West Elementary Fairfax 2.3 mi 8.1
Rocky Run Middle Chantilly 2.3 mi 8.5
ST TIMOTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly 2.5 mi 5.2
BERTHOLD ACADEMY FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Herndon 2.7 mi
McNair Elementary Herndon 2.8 mi 8.2
Fox Mill Elementary Herndon 2.5 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,422

Median Home Value

$647,400

Median Rent

$2,245/mo

Population

22,502

College Educated

57.2%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Middle

What grades does Franklin Middle serve?

Franklin Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Franklin Middle?

Franklin Middle has an enrollment of approximately 824 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Middle rank in VA?

Franklin Middle ranks #516 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Franklin Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Middle has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Franklin Middle a charter school?

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

Is Franklin Middle a Title I school?

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

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

19.3% of students at Franklin Middle 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
824
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

Fairfax County Public Schools
District Enrollment
180,714
Schools in District
223
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,975
District Rank
#83 of 199

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