Serving 756 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Parish High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Parish High School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Parish High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Parish High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#867 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
48%
41%
White
49%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Parish High School's ranking?
Franklin Parish High School is ranked #867 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Parish High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Parish High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Franklin Parish High School?
756 students attend Franklin Parish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Franklin Parish High School students are White, 48% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Parish High School?
Franklin Parish High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Parish High School offer ?
Franklin Parish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Parish High School part of?
Franklin Parish High School is part of Franklin Parish School District.
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