Best Schools in Franklinton, North Carolina
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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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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Franklinton Middle
Middle · Franklin County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wilton Elementary
Elementary · Granville County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tar River Elementary
Elementary · Granville County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Franklinton for 2026 are Franklinton Middle (7.7/10), Wilton Elementary (6.5/10), and Tar River Elementary (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$258,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$258,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Franklinton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklinton Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Wilton Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Tar River Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Franklinton Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Franklinton High | 5.6 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $68,847
- Median home value
- $258,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
20% 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
North Carolina rank
#102 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$69k
102% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Franklinton, North Carolina
Franklinton, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Franklinton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Franklinton is Franklinton Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Franklinton is served by 2 school districts: Franklin County Schools, Granville County Schools. These districts collectively serve 14,547 students.
Franklinton's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,847. The poverty rate in the area is 10.9%.
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 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 358 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 485 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 227 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,218 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Franklinton
Franklinton, North Carolina · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,847
Median Home Value
$258,300
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
16,485
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
Franklinton has a median household income of $68,847. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $258,300, with a median rent of $1,011/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Franklinton, North Carolina
How many schools are in Franklinton, North Carolina?
Franklinton has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklinton is 6.4 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, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Franklinton Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Wilton Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Franklinton Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Franklinton on MySchoolScout is Franklinton High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Franklinton, North Carolina?
Franklinton is served by 2 school districts: Franklin County Schools, Granville County Schools.
What is the education level in Franklinton, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Franklinton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The median household income in Franklinton is approximately $68,847 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklinton, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklinton is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklinton, North Carolina?
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, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.