Serving 145 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Franklin Central School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Central School's student population of 145 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Franklin Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central School's ranking?
Franklin Central School is ranked #21 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Franklin Central School often compared to?
Franklin Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School, Highgate Elementary School, Swanton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Franklin Central School?
145 students attend Franklin Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Franklin Central School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Central School?
Franklin Central School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Central School offer ?
Franklin Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Central School part of?
Franklin Central School is part of Missisquoi Valley School District #89.
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