Serving 177 students in grades 9-13, Franklin County Early College ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin County Early College's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Louisburg, NC, covering approximately 494.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin County Early College's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow
School Rankings
Franklin County Early College ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin County Early College is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin County Early College's ranking?
Franklin County Early College is ranked #89 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklin County Early College often compared to?
Franklin County Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Louisburg Magnet High School, Franklinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin County Early College?
The graduation rate of Franklin County Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Franklin County Early College?
177 students attend Franklin County Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Franklin County Early College students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin County Early College?
Franklin County Early College has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin County Early College offer ?
Franklin County Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin County Early College part of?
Franklin County Early College is part of Franklin County Schools.
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