Serving 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Columbus, MS school district, covering approximately 69.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Academy's student population of 231 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Fly!
School Rankings
Franklin Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Academy is 0.29, 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
#580 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Academy's ranking?
Franklin Academy is ranked #580 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Franklin Academy?
231 students attend Franklin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Franklin Academy students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Academy?
Franklin Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Academy offer ?
Franklin Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Academy part of?
Franklin Academy is part of Columbus Municipal School District.
School Reviews
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