Serving 304 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Senior High School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day. Together we are St. Mary Parish Strong!
School Rankings
Franklin Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Senior High School is 0.42, 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
#322 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
75%
42%
White
12%
41%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Senior High School's ranking?
Franklin Senior High School is ranked #322 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Franklin Senior High School often compared to?
Franklin Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West St. Mary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Franklin Senior High School?
304 students attend Franklin Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Franklin Senior High School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Senior High School?
Franklin Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Senior High School offer ?
Franklin Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Senior High School part of?
Franklin Senior High School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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