Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Franklin Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Lower Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Lower Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Lower Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#163 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
48%
47%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Lower Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Franklin Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County Middle School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Franklin Lower Elementary School?
385 students attend Franklin Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Franklin Lower Elementary School students are White, 48% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Lower Elementary School?
Franklin Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Lower Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Franklin Lower Elementary School part of?
Franklin Lower Elementary School is part of Franklin Co School District.
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