Serving 325 students in grades 7-8, Franklinton Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklinton Junior High School's student population of 325 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Franklinton Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton Junior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
25%
41%
White
64%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton Junior High School's ranking?
Franklinton Junior High School is ranked #614 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Franklinton Junior High School?
325 students attend Franklinton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Franklinton Junior High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklinton Junior High School?
Franklinton Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklinton Junior High School offer ?
Franklinton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklinton Junior High School part of?
Franklinton Junior High School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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