Franklinton High School is a public school for secondary education located near Franklinton, North Carolina, United States, about 4 miles southeast of the town. It serves the rapidly expanding western areas of Franklin County and has seen significant growth in the past several years.
Serving 1,218 students in grades 9-12, Franklinton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklinton High School's student population of 1,218 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Franklinton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklinton High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
35%
25%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklinton High School's ranking?
Franklinton High School is ranked #732 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklinton High School often compared to?
Franklinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunn High School, Louisburg Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklinton High School?
The graduation rate of Franklinton High School is 81%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Franklinton High School?
1,218 students attend Franklinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Franklinton High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklinton High School offer ?
Franklinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklinton High School part of?
Franklinton High School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
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