Serving 385 students in grades 4-6, Franklinton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklinton Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Franklinton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#724 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
31%
41%
White
55%
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
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Franklinton Elementary School is ranked #724 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Franklinton Elementary School often compared to?
Franklinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklinton High School, Enon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Franklinton Elementary School?
385 students attend Franklinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Franklinton Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 10% 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 Elementary School?
Franklinton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklinton Elementary School offer ?
Franklinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklinton Elementary School part of?
Franklinton Elementary School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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