School of Rock was identified by independent research firm, Franchise Business Review, as a 2024 Top Franchise for Veterans. Only 100 brands were named to the annual list of award winners.

In just 25 years, School of Rock has grown from a single location in Philadelphia, PA to a global brand, with over 370 schools open and operating across 17 countries, with hundreds more in development. Their patented curriculum, the School of Rock Method™, differs from traditional music education approaches because it combines one-on-one instruction with group rehearsals and live performances, starting students on their musical journey by teaching the songs that inspire them.

Franchise Business Review, a research firm that conducts independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only ratings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of top franchises semi-annually in its Guide to Today’s Top Franchises, as well as industry reports throughout the year that highlight research on the top franchises in specific sectors.

To identify the companies on this year’s list of the Top Franchises for Veterans, Franchise Business Review analyzed data from over 2,500 franchise owners representing 385 brands regarding their overall satisfaction with their brands and their likelihood to recommend them to others.

“With so many franchises competing for the attention of potential veteran franchise owners, knowing which brands are the best franchises for veterans can be challenging,” said Eric Stites, founder & CEO of Franchise Business Review. “Many franchises offer special incentives to veterans, but what really matters is what happens after they buy a franchise. We survey thousands of franchisees every year and make those reviews available to prospective business owners. The companies on this year’s list of the Top Franchises for Veterans received the highest ratings from the veterans who own them, making them all excellent options for veterans looking to make the transition to business ownership.”

School of Rock’s franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including leadership, training & support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.