Serving 1,652 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Franklin Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin Academy's student population of 1,652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Academy is 0.41, 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
#124 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Franklin Academy's ranking?
Franklin Academy is ranked #124 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklin Academy often compared to?
Franklin Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavor Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Academy?
The graduation rate of Franklin Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Franklin Academy?
1,652 students attend Franklin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Franklin Academy students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Academy?
Franklin Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Academy offer ?
Franklin Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Academy part of?
Franklin Academy is part of Franklin Academy School District.
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