Serving 182 students in grades 7-8, Franklin County Middle School 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Franklin County Middle School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin County Middle School 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 County Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#504 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
46%
47%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin County Middle School's ranking?
Franklin County Middle School is ranked #504 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Franklin County Middle School often compared to?
Franklin County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School, Franklin Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Franklin County Middle School?
182 students attend Franklin County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Franklin County Middle School students are White, 46% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin County Middle School?
Franklin County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin County Middle School offer ?
Franklin County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin County Middle School part of?
Franklin County Middle School is part of Franklin Co School District.
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