Franklin Elementary School serves 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Franklin, KY, encompassing approximately 236.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 324 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simpson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
324 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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