Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklin Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Forest Elementary serves the northern part of Lagrange, GA, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Forest Elementary School's student population of 690 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Forest Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1252 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
55%
36%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Forest Elementary School is ranked #1252 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Franklin Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollis Hand Elementary School, Ethel W. Kight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Franklin Forest Elementary School?
690 students attend Franklin Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Franklin Forest Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Forest Elementary School?
Franklin Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Forest Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Forest Elementary School part of?
Franklin Forest Elementary School is part of Troup County School District.
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