Serving 704 students in grades 9-12, Franklinton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklinton High School's student population of 704 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklinton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton High School is 0.56, 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
#517 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
30%
41%
White
59%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton High School's ranking?
Franklinton High School is ranked #517 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Franklinton High School often compared to?
Franklinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine School, Bogalusa High School, Franklinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklinton High School?
The graduation rate of Franklinton High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Franklinton High School?
704 students attend Franklinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklinton High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklinton High School?
Franklinton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklinton High School offer ?
Franklinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklinton High School part of?
Franklinton High School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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