Serving 649 students in grades 9-12, Franklinton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklinton High School serves the southwest part of Franklinton, LA, covering an area of approximately 358.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Franklinton High School's student population of 649 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Franklinton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton High School is 0.55, 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
#327 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Demon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton High School's ranking?
Franklinton High School is ranked #327 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Franklinton High School often compared to?
Franklinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Hermon School, Pine School, Bogalusa High 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 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklinton High School?
The graduation rate of Franklinton High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Franklinton High School?
649 students attend Franklinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Franklinton High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklinton High School?
Franklinton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklinton High School offer ?
Franklinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklinton High School part of?
Franklinton High School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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