Best Schools in Franklinton, Louisiana
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Franklinton?
Use this page to compare every school in Franklinton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Enon Elementary School
Elementary · Washington Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Franklinton Junior High School
Middle · Washington Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pine School
High · Washington Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Franklinton for 2026 are Enon Elementary School (7.9/10), Franklinton Junior High School (7.1/10), and Pine School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$157,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$157,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Franklinton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enon Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Franklinton Junior High School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Pine School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Franklinton Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Franklinton Primary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Franklinton High School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Thomas Elementary School | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $50,667
- Median home value
- $157,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Franklinton compares
Louisiana rank
#86 of 139
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$51k
87% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
7
Washington Parish runs Franklinton's public schools
7 public schools. Washington Parish is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Franklinton is a Washington Parish school (7 of 7).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Franklinton, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Franklinton, Louisiana
Franklinton, Louisiana is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Franklinton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Franklinton is Enon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Franklinton is served by 1 school district: Washington Parish. These districts collectively serve 4,770 students.
Franklinton's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,667. The poverty rate in the area is 19.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 266 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 633 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.8 |
| 3 | 764 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325 students · 7th–8th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 385 students · 4th–6th | 6.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 758 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 704 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Franklinton
Franklinton, Louisiana · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,667
Median Home Value
$157,000
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
19,935
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Community Profile
Franklinton has a median household income of $50,667. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,000, with a median rent of $921/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.4%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Franklinton, Louisiana
How many schools are in Franklinton, Louisiana?
Franklinton has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklinton is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Enon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Enon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Franklinton Junior High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Pine School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Franklinton, Louisiana?
Franklinton is served by 1 school district: Washington Parish.
What is the education level in Franklinton, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Franklinton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The median household income in Franklinton is approximately $50,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklinton, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklinton is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklinton, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.