Serving 234 students in grades 4-6, Franklin Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Upper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Meadville, MS, covering approximately 566.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 20.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Upper Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Franklin Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Upper Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#481 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Black
43%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
53%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Upper Elementary School is ranked #481 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Franklin Upper Elementary School?
234 students attend Franklin Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Franklin Upper Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Upper Elementary School?
Franklin Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Upper Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Upper Elementary School part of?
Franklin Upper Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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