For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,372 students in Franklin, PA.
The top ranked public schools in Franklin, PA are Valley Grove Elementary School, Rocky Grove Jr. Sr. High School and Sandycreek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Franklin have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Franklin, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Grove Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
389 Sugarcreek Dr
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Grades: PK-6
| 455 students
Rank: #22.
Rocky Grove Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
403 Rocky Grove Ave
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 437-3759
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 437-3759
Grades: 7-12
| 393 students
Rank: #33.
Sandycreek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
297 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3819
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3819
Grades: K-6
| 306 students
Rank: #44.
Franklin Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
246 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2121
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2121
Grades: 7-12
| 820 students
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1276 Otter St
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-8419
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-8419
Grades: K-6
| 398 students
Franklin, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
246 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2224
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2224
Grades: 7-8
| 271 students
317 Wiley Ave
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Grades: K-4
| 300 students
310 7th St
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-5562
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-5562
Grades: K-6
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Franklin, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Franklin, PA include Valley Grove Elementary School, Rocky Grove Jr. Sr. High School and Sandycreek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Franklin?
5 public schools are located in Franklin.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin?
Franklin public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Franklin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Franklin include: Central Elementary School vs. Sandycreek Elementary School, Rocky Grove Jr. Sr. High School vs. Franklin Area Jr. Sr. High School, Sandycreek Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School
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