Franklin Elementary School serves 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simpson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
323 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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