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Franklin Middle

Middle School · Green Bay Area Public School District

1233 Lore Ln, Green Bay, WI 54303

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

3.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,959 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#50 of 57

public schools

In district

#36 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

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Franklin Middle

3.8/10

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

Notre Dame De La Baie Academy

5.9/10

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6.4/10

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About Franklin Middle

Franklin Middle is a public middle school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Franklin Middle serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,959 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Franklin 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-35.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.2 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Franklin Middle — Students at Franklin Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
24%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
5.7%
ELA
13.7%
2025
Math
16.8%
ELA
24.6%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Franklin Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in WI
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

Location

1233 Lore Ln, Green Bay, WI 54303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chappell Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Howard Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME DE LA BAIE ACADEMY Green Bay 0.2 mi 5.9
Lincoln Elementary Green Bay 0.5 mi 6.4
Katherine Johnson Academy of Enriched Virtual Learning Green Bay 0.5 mi 7.1
GREEN BAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Green Bay 0.6 mi 7.2
Chappell Elementary Green Bay 0.8 mi 8.0
Jackson Elementary Green Bay 0.7 mi 4.5
Beaumont Elementary Green Bay 0.9 mi 4.9
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDU. INC GRACE Green Bay 0.8 mi 6.0
West High Green Bay 0.8 mi 4.0
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Green Bay 0.8 mi 7.7
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 0.8 mi 6.0
Elmore Elementary Green Bay 1.0 mi 5.8
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 1.2 mi 5.4
Tank Elementary Green Bay 1.0 mi 4.2
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 1.2 mi 5.0
BETH HAVEN ACADEMY Green Bay 1.6 mi
GBAPS Community 4K Site Green Bay 1.3 mi 3.6
Fort Howard Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 7.3
Kennedy Elementary Green Bay 1.4 mi 5.2
Keller Elementary Green Bay 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,110

Median Home Value

$160,100

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

27,694

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

48%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

34.9

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Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Milwaukee, WI 3.4
Black Hawk Middle Madison, WI 4.3
Franklin Middle Janesville, WI 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Middle

What grades does Franklin Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Franklin Middle?

Franklin Middle has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Middle is 12.6:1. 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 WI?

Franklin Middle ranks #1,959 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Franklin Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% 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?

72.3% 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#36 of 42

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