Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, East Franklin Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Franklin Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Franklin Junior High School's student population of 225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Franklin Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Franklin Junior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
85%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Franklin Junior High School's ranking?
East Franklin Junior High School is ranked #553 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are East Franklin Junior High School often compared to?
East Franklin Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belgreen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend East Franklin Junior High School?
225 students attend East Franklin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of East Franklin Junior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Franklin Junior High School?
East Franklin Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Franklin Junior High School offer ?
East Franklin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9
What school district is East Franklin Junior High School part of?
East Franklin Junior High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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