Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Franklinton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklinton Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Creative Thinkers Today...Global Innovators Tomorrow
School Rankings
Franklinton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
45%
24%
White
24%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton Elementary School's ranking?
Franklinton Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklinton Elementary School often compared to?
Franklinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Youngsville Elementary School, Long Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Franklinton Elementary School?
470 students attend Franklinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Franklinton Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklinton Elementary School?
Franklinton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklinton Elementary School offer ?
Franklinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklinton Elementary School part of?
Franklinton Elementary School is part of Franklin County Schools.
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