East Franklin Junior High School ranked #482 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #553 in 2022 but showing overall volatility since 2011 when it ranked as high as #164.
Math proficiency ranged from 35% to 39%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023, while reading proficiency was 40% to 44%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 40% to 49%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 225 students in grades Pre–K through 9, with minority enrollment at 15% and 56% of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating a significant socioeconomic need.
The student–teacher ratio was 16:1 in 2023 with 14 teachers serving 225 students, reflecting consistent staffing levels relative to enrollment over recent years.
Graduation rates declined to 80% in 2023, below the Alabama state average of 88% and district average of 92%, showing a need for improvement in student completion outcomes at this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Franklin Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Franklin Junior High School's student population of 212 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing our Students for the Future
School Rankings
East Franklin Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Franklin Junior High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
n/a
31%
White
90%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Franklin County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Franklin Junior High School's ranking?
East Franklin Junior High School is ranked #482 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are East Franklin Junior High School often compared to?
East Franklin Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belgreen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend East Franklin Junior High School?
212 students attend East Franklin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Franklin Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Franklin Junior High School?
East Franklin Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Franklin Junior High School offer ?
East Franklin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Franklin Junior High School part of?
East Franklin Junior High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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