Serving 369 students in grades 6-8, Franklin Avenue Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Avenue Middle School's student population of 369 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Avenue Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Avenue Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Franklin Avenue Middle School is ranked #477 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Franklin Avenue Middle School?
369 students attend Franklin Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Franklin Avenue Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Avenue Middle School?
Franklin Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Avenue Middle School offer ?
Franklin Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Avenue Middle School part of?
Franklin Avenue Middle School is part of Franklin Lakes School District.
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