Franklin Middle School
School performance rating
About
Languages spoken by school staff
English, Spanish
Extra programming
After school programming at Franklin Middle School in Minneapolis offers a diverse range of activities designed to enrich students’ learning experience beyond the traditional curriculum. These programs might include academic support, such as tutoring & homework help, arts & music workshops, sports teams & physical fitness activities, as well as interest-based clubs like coding, robotics, or gardening. The focus is on providing a safe, supportive environment where students can explore new interests, improve academic skills, & develop socially & emotionally.
Extracurriculars Offered:
Cultural Extracurriculars, Debate/Speech Clubs, Environmental/Outdoors Clubs, Foreign Language Clubs, Journalism/Newspaper Clubs, Music, STEM/STEAM Clubs, Sports, Theater, Visual Arts Clubs
Uniforms
Students who attend Franklin Middle School are not required to wear uniforms.
How to enroll
If interested in enrolling, contact Student Placement Services at (612) 668-1840 or sps.department@mpls.k12.mn.us.
Students at this school
Teachers at this school
Average student to teacher ratio
Academics
11%
Academic programming
Franklin Middle School’s academic programming includes the following opportunities for students: swim lessons; Lego Robotics & First Tech Challenge Robotics; film studies; yearbook; Advanced Instruction, including Telescoped Math; community partnership with YWCA; Future Boys/Girls program; special education inclusion in STEAM programming; performing & visual arts; project-based learning; athletics; & after-school activities.
Academic Programs Offered:
Advanced Placement (AP), Arts Focused Programming, Career & Technical Education (CTE), STEM/STEAM
Special education programming
Special education programming in Franklin Middle School is dedicated to providing individualized educational plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities. This includes a range of services & support mechanisms such as modified lessons, 1-on-1 tutoring, adaptive technologies, & inclusive classrooms. The aim is to ensure that each student has access to the curriculum & can achieve their full potential in a supportive learning environment.
English language learner programming
EL programming in Franklin Middle School has a comprehensive curriculum designed to support English Language Learners (ELLs) through tailored instruction aimed at enhancing English proficiency. This program brings together language acquisition techniques with regular academic content, creating a more inclusive & effective learning environment for students who are developing their English skills.
Proficiency
1 out of 10 students are performing math at grade level
1 out of 10 students read at grade level
Progress
2 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in math
2 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in reading
Climate
35%
School values
Franklin Middle School’s values are:
High Expectations: Franklin staff set high expectations to support students to succeed in school & in life. They will do so by making coursework engaging, offering support, & building relationships with students.
Safety: Franklin staff have a goal to create a safe environment for students to learn in. They will do so by supporting safety both inside & around the school, being specific about consequences, & working together to support students.
Respect: Every adult & student deserves to be treated with respect–no matter their position.
Communication: Franklin staff will communicate with parents & guardians to help students succeed. Franklin staff believe parent/guardian support is crucial in supporting student achievement & success.
Community: Franklin STEAM Middle School is not just a school, but a part of the larger community.
Integrity: The way Franklin staff work will be grounded in trust, respect, fairness, & honesty.
Discipline Policy
Franklin Middle School students are expected to follow certain rules of conduct, making Franklin a pleasant place to learn. These expectations will be held in a firm & fair manner. Parents & guardians are asked to support these expectations with their children. Each classroom teacher has authority & responsibility for control of his or her classroom. This assures that the teacher can spend as much time as possible teaching. Students are expected to be respectful to their peers, school staff, & others while in school, on the bus, on field trips, & at the bus stop.
Teacher retention
Attendance
Discipline
Equity
38%
Equity vision
When students leave Franklin STEAM Middle School, they will be prepared to thrive & be innovators in an ever-evolving global society.
