Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Franklin Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Franklin Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Franklin Central School's student population of 196 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Education, Innovate, Empower, Succeed
Franklin Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2832 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
2%
15%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross Country RunningFootball
GolfSnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
TrackTrack and Field
Volley BallWinter Track
Wrestling
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Drama ClubFFA
Gaming ClubLeaders Club
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
SADDSki & Snowboarding
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand
Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Varsity Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Franklin Central School's ranking?
Franklin Central School is ranked #2832 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Franklin Central School often compared to?
Franklin Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Central School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Central School?
196 students attend Franklin Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Franklin Central School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Central School?
Franklin Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Central School offer ?
Franklin Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Central School part of?
Franklin Central School is part of Franklin Central School District.
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