School of Rock franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The School of Rock franchise fee is $59,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $425,250 to $704,800, with about $100,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the School of Rock FDD.
What are the School of Rock franchise fees and investment?
The School of Rock franchise requires a franchise fee of $59,900 and a total initial investment of $425,250 to $704,800. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $59,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $425,250 to $704,800 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $100,000 |
| US locations | 303 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Canton, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the School of Rock investment compare with other education & children franchises?
School of Rock's minimum investment of $425,250 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 48 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $59,900 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, School of Rock belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the School of Rock FDD?
Verify six parts of the School of Rock Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether School of Rock discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to School of Rock?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to School of Rock:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Muse Global School Method | $50,000 | $432,125 to $2,204,325 |
| Kanga's Indoor Playcenters | $45,000 | $414,500 to $745,500 |
| Little Kitchen Academy | $65,000 | $436,450 to $880,988 |
| USA Ninja Challenge | $60,000 | $413,300 to $644,300 |
| XP League | $35,000 | $440,292 to $606,763 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a School of Rock franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a School of Rock franchise ranges from $425,250 to $704,800, including a franchise fee of $59,900, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a School of Rock franchise?
School of Rock lists a minimum of about $100,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many School of Rock locations are there?
School of Rock reported 303 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has School of Rock been franchising?
School of Rock started offering franchises in 2005 after the company was founded in 1998.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. School of Rock and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by School of Rock. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.