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Joseph P. King Jr. Middle
Middle School · Franklin City Public Schools
501 Charles Street, Franklin, VA 23851
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,081 of 1,851
In Franklin
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Franklin City Public Schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Joseph P. King Jr. Middle
Middle School in Franklin · grades 6th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph P. King Jr. Middle
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Franklin, VA, part of Franklin City Public Schools.
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,081 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph P. King Jr. Middle show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- VA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 155 students, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Joseph P. King Jr. Middle 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.
35% of students at Joseph P. King Jr. Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Joseph P. King Jr. Middle — Students at Joseph P. King Jr. Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
103.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 25 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Joseph P. King Jr. Middle Compares
See how Joseph P. King Jr. Middle 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
501 Charles Street, Franklin, VA 23851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph P. King Jr. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Georgie D. Tyler Middle (rated 6.9/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Glen Middle (rated 5.4/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Suffolk), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Southampton Middle (rated 3.8/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Courtland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S.P. Morton Elementary Franklin | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Franklin High Franklin | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ROCK CHURCH SCHOOL Franklin | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverdale Elementary Courtland | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Carrsville Elementary Carrsville | 5.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHAMPTON ACADEMY Courtland | 7.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Nottoway Elementary Sedley | 11.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Southampton Middle Courtland | 9.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Southampton High Courtland | 10.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Southwestern Elementary Suffolk | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Meherrin Elementary Newsoms | 11.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Georgie D. Tyler Middle Windsor | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Windsor High Windsor | 14.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Capron Elementary Capron | 14.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Buckland Elementary Gates | 17.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Windsor Elementary Windsor | 17.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Lakeland High Suffolk | 15.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Forest Glen Middle Suffolk | 15.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverview Elementary Murfreesboro | 18.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CS Brown High - STEM Program Winton | 20.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,333
Median Home Value
$222,700
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
13,481
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
42.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rye Cove Intermediate Clinchport, VA | 6.2 |
| ANNA JULIA COOPER SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 4.7 |
| Shawsville Middle Shawsville, VA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph P. King Jr. Middle
What grades does Joseph P. King Jr. Middle serve?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle serves students in grades 6th through 7th.
How many students attend Joseph P. King Jr. Middle?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph P. King Jr. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph P. King Jr. Middle is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph P. King Jr. Middle rank in VA?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle ranks #1,081 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Joseph P. King Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Joseph P. King Jr. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Joseph P. King Jr. Middle a charter school?
No, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph P. King Jr. Middle a Title I school?
No, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph P. King Jr. Middle?
103.2% of students at Joseph P. King Jr. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 103.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (757) 562-4631
Resources & Links
District
Franklin City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,015
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,288
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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