Franklin Middle School vs West Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Idaho, United States, 323 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Middle School
Pocatello · Public middle · Grades 6–8
718 students
West Junior High
Boise · Public middle · Grades 7–9
717 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School Pocatello, Idaho | West Junior High Boise, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 106 | #30 of 106 |
| National rank | #3683 of 15,369 | #5363 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 718 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 718 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.7% | 37.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 46% |
| city | Pocatello | Boise |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 60.6).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 46%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 61%).
- •Franklin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 37.4%).
- •West Junior High does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 21.1).
- •Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 718 students compared with 717.
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 Middle School better than West Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Middle School ranks higher (68.4 vs 60.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Franklin Middle School and West Junior High?
About 323 km in a straight line, between Pocatello and Boise in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School: 718. West Junior High: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School and West Junior High rank in Idaho?
Franklin Middle School is 14th of 106 and West Junior High is 30th of 106 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).