Serving 209 students in grades 6-12, New Franklin Middle-high ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Franklin Middle-high's student population of 209 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1942
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
New Franklin Middle-high ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Franklin Middle-high is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Franklin Middle-high's ranking?
New Franklin Middle-high is ranked #1295 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Franklin Middle-high?
The graduation rate of New Franklin Middle-high is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Franklin Middle-high?
209 students attend New Franklin Middle-high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of New Franklin Middle-high students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Franklin Middle-high?
New Franklin Middle-high has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Franklin Middle-high offer ?
New Franklin Middle-high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Franklin Middle-high part of?
New Franklin Middle-high is part of New Franklin R-I School District.
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