Serving 706 students in grades 5-12, The Franklin School Of Innovation ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Franklin School Of Innovation's student population of 706 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
The Franklin School Of Innovation ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Franklin School Of Innovation is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#820 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Franklin School Of Innovation's ranking?
The Franklin School Of Innovation is ranked #820 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Franklin School Of Innovation?
The graduation rate of The Franklin School Of Innovation is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend The Franklin School Of Innovation?
706 students attend The Franklin School Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of The Franklin School Of Innovation students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Franklin School Of Innovation?
The Franklin School Of Innovation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Franklin School Of Innovation offer ?
The Franklin School Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Franklin School Of Innovation part of?
The Franklin School Of Innovation is part of The Franklin School Of Innovation School District.
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