Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 427 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
46%
47%
White
52%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #203 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County Middle School, Franklin Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
427 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Franklin High School students are White, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Franklin Co School District.
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