Serving 359 students in grades 7-8, Franklinton Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklinton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Franklinton Junior High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklinton Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton Junior High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
30%
42%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton Junior High School's ranking?
Franklinton Junior High School is ranked #493 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Franklinton Junior High School?
359 students attend Franklinton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklinton Junior High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklinton Junior High School?
Franklinton Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklinton Junior High School offer ?
Franklinton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Franklinton Junior High School part of?
Franklinton Junior High School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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