Franklin Elementary vs Mark Twain Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 642 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
777 students
Mark Twain Junior High
Modesto · Public middle · Grades 7–8
658 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Modesto, California | Mark Twain Junior High Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5593 of 5,693 | #1291 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49846 of 50,301 | #15189 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 777 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 777 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94% | 93.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 12% |
| city | Modesto | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (8.2 vs 8.7).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •Mark Twain Junior High does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Mark Twain Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.6% vs 94%).
- •Mark Twain Junior High does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.9).
- •Franklin Elementary is the larger school with 777 students compared with 658.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Franklin Elementary better than Mark Twain Junior High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Franklin Elementary and Mark Twain Junior High?
About 642 m in a straight line, between Modesto and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 777. Mark Twain Junior High: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Mark Twain Junior High rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 5593rd of 5,693 and Mark Twain Junior High is 1291st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).