Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary serves the northern part of Mount Airy, NC, covering an area of approximately 25.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#648 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Elementary School is ranked #648 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Elementary School, Dobson Elementary School, Bruce H. Tharrington Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
473 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Surry County Schools.
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