Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Franklin Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Franklin, NY, encompassing approximately 66.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Central School's student population of 209 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education, Innovate, Empower, Succeed
School Rankings
Franklin Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2832 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross Country RunningFootball
GolfSnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
TrackTrack and Field
Volley BallWinter Track
Wrestling
School Mascot
Purple Devils
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Drama ClubFFA
Gaming ClubLeaders Club
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
SADDSki & Snowboarding
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand
Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Varsity Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central School's ranking?
Franklin Central School is ranked #2832 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Franklin Central School often compared to?
Franklin Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Central School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Franklin Central School?
209 students attend Franklin Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Franklin Central School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Central School?
Franklin Central School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Central School offer ?
Franklin Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Central School part of?
Franklin Central School is part of Franklin Central School District.
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