Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Franklin Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Lower Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today's Students for Tomorrow's World
School Rankings
Franklin Lower Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Lower Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Black
42%
45%
White
53%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin Lower Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Franklin Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Franklin Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Franklin Lower Elementary School?
379 students attend Franklin Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Franklin Lower Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Lower Elementary School?
Franklin Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Lower Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Lower Elementary School part of?
Franklin Lower Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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