Serving 377 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Meadville school district, covering approximately 566.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 377 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Campus Size
150 acres
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
52%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #383 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School, Franklin Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
377 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Franklin High School students are White, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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