SCHOOL OF ROCK
School of Rock franchises performance-based music schools offering individual music lessons, group rehearsals, performance experiences, and proprietary programs such as Little Wing for young children and AllStars for elite students, all centered on rock music education. Franchisees operate under a standardized system with proprietary marks, manuals, and technology, providing in-person and remote instruction. The target market includes children and adults seeking interactive music learning through live performances.
Franchise Costs
8% royalty + 3% brand fund + $260/mo technology fee + $78/mo PRO licensing fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Performance data based on 223 franchised Schools open and operated at least five days per week for the full 2024 calendar year.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How SCHOOL OF ROCK Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Specialized Training franchises
- #1 largest franchise system in Specialized Training
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Specialized Training
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SCHOOL OF ROCK Current | $425K – $705K | $60K | 8.0% | 254 |
| ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO | $71K – $252K | $50K | 8.0% | 237 |
| SNAPOLOGY | $75K – $106K | $40K | 7.0% | 120 |
| AMERICA'S MUSIC SCHOOL | $255K – $545K | $45K | 7.0% | 48 |
| Redline Athletics Unit | $373K – $579K | $50K | 7.0% | 46 |
| CHILDREN'S MUSIC ACADEMY | $72K – $138K | $32K | 8.0% | 20 |
Specialized Training Average 9 franchises | $200K – $387K | $50K | 7.6% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 9 Specialized Training franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+24 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SCHOOL OF ROCK franchisees (2012 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
566 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a SCHOOL OF ROCK franchise ranges from $425,250 to $704,800. This includes a franchise fee of $59,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
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