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#156 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 12% in state

Franklin Junior High School

Middle School · St. Mary Parish

525 Morris Street, Franklin, LA 70538

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#156 of 1,288

In Franklin

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 21

St. Mary Parish

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Junior High School

8.3/10

Middle School in Franklin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin Junior High School

Franklin Junior High School is a public middle school in Franklin, LA, part of St. Mary Parish. Franklin Junior High School serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Franklin Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Franklin Junior High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+48.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+27.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,177
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Franklin Junior High School — Students at Franklin Junior High School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 41 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2025
Math
30.3%
ELA
20%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Franklin Junior High School Compares

See how Franklin Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in LA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

525 Morris Street, Franklin, LA 70538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), with a very similar rating. Another option is Patterson Junior High School (rated 7.9/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Patterson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Berwick Junior High School (rated 7.4/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Berwick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.2 mi
School Distance Rating
W.P. Foster Elementary School Franklin 0.4 mi 3.8
HANSON MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Franklin 0.7 mi 6.8
LaGrange Elementary School Franklin 1.1 mi 4.0
Franklin Senior High School Franklin 1.4 mi 7.4
Centerville High School Centerville 4.9 mi 6.9
Raintree Elementary School Baldwin 5.9 mi 6.8
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School Baldwin 6.3 mi 8.3
West St. Mary High School Baldwin 6.3 mi 6.8
Chitimacha Tribal School Jeanerette 7.1 mi 8.1
V. B. Glencoe Charter School Franklin 9.8 mi 5.7
Patterson High School Patterson 12.8 mi 6.5
St. Charles Street Elementary School Jeanerette 13.7 mi 6.4
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School Patterson 13.4 mi 5.1
Patterson Junior High School Patterson 13.6 mi 7.9
Jeanerette Senior High School Jeanerette 16.2 mi 7.7
Bayou Vista Elementary School Morgan City 16.0 mi 7.9
Berwick High School Berwick 16.7 mi 6.3
Berwick Junior High School Berwick 16.8 mi 7.4
Berwick Elementary School Berwick 18.2 mi 7.2
Julia B. Maitland School Morgan City 18.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,662

Median Home Value

$109,100

Median Rent

$860/mo

Population

12,561

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School Baldwin, LA 8.3
Folsom Junior High School Folsom, LA 8.4
Sixth Ward Middle School Thibodaux, LA 8.5
Port Allen Middle School Port Allen, LA 8.6
Napoleonville Middle School Napoleonville, LA 8.0
Creswell Middle School Opelousas, LA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Junior High School

What grades does Franklin Junior High School serve?

Franklin Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Franklin Junior High School?

Franklin Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Junior High School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Junior High School rank in LA?

Franklin Junior High School ranks #156 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Franklin Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Franklin Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Junior High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Franklin Junior High School a charter school?

No, Franklin Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Franklin Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Junior High School?

89.0% of students at Franklin Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Mary Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

St. Mary Parish
District Enrollment
7,794
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,177
District Rank
#1 of 21

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