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West St. Mary High School vs. Franklin Senior High School

Should you attend West St. Mary High School or Franklin Senior High School? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, test scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.
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School Overview

School
West St. Mary High School
18333 Hwy 182 West
Baldwin, LA 70514
: 
6/
10
Top 50%
Franklin Senior High School
1401 Cynthia Street
Franklin, LA 70538
: 
8/
10
Top 30%
Top Rankings

West St. Mary High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)

Franklin Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Most improved public schools (Top 5%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Overview
Serving 307 students in grades 9-12, West St. Mary High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Total Students
307 students
297 students
This chart illustrates the total number of students at West St. Mary High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of students at Franklin Senior High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
% Male | % Female
47% | 53%
60% | 40%
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at West St. Mary High School.
This pie chart depicts the gender distribution at Franklin Senior High School.
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
24 teachers
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at West St. Mary High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart illustrates the total number of teachers at Franklin Senior High School over the years, with the most recent data from the 2023-24 school year.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at West St. Mary High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the St. Mary Parish School District and the state of Louisiana, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Senior High School with the average student-teacher ratio for public schools in the St. Mary Parish School District and the state of Louisiana, utilizing data from multiple years and featuring the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.

Test Scores

#603 out of 1244 schools in LA
(Top 50%)
#322 out of 1244 schools in LA
(Top 30%)
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of West St. Mary High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart illustrates the overall school ranking of Franklin Senior High School, encompassing data from multiple years, including the most recent figures from the 2022-23 school year.
40-49%
(Top 30% in LA)
50-59%
(Top 20% in LA)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at West St. Mary High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Franklin Senior High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Math with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
25-29%
(Bottom 50% in LA)(21-22 School Year Data)
40-44%
(Top 50% in LA)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at West St. Mary High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Franklin Senior High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in RLA (Reading and Language Arts) with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
10-14%
(Bottom 50% in LA)(21-22 School Year Data)
15-19%
(Bottom 50% in LA)(21-22 School Year Data)
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at West St. Mary High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students at Franklin Senior High School who have achieved proficiency or higher in Science with the average percentages observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2021-22 school year.
≥95%
(Top 5% in LA)
≥95%
(Top 5% in LA)
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of West St. Mary High School with the average graduation rate observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the graduation rate of Franklin Senior High School with the average graduation rate observed in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana public schools over several years, with the most recent data from the 2022-23 school year.

Students by Grade

Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of West St. Mary High School by grade.
This chart displays the students of Franklin Senior High School by grade.
Grade 9 Students
74
82
Grade 10 Students
64
71
Grade 11 Students
84
70
Grade 12 Students
85
74

Students by Ethnicity

% American Indian
4%
n/a
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as American Indian at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as American Indian in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2019-20 school year.
% Asian
1%
n/a
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Asian at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Asian in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2020-21 school year.
% Hispanic
3%
6%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Hispanic at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Hispanic in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Black
75%
70%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as Black at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as Black in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% White
15%
15%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as White at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as White in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
9%
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at West St. Mary High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
This chart presents a comparison of the percentage of students who identify as two or more races at Franklin Senior High School, versus the percentage of public school students who identify as two or more races in the St. Mary Parish School District and in Louisiana, utilizing data collected over several years with the most recent figures pertaining to the 2023-24 school year.
0.42
0.48
This chart showcases the diversity score of West St. Mary High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the diversity score of Franklin Senior High School, juxtaposed with the average diversity score for public schools in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.

Additional Information

Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
84%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at West St. Mary High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for free lunch at Franklin Senior High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for free lunch in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at West St. Mary High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
This chart showcases the percentage of students eligible for reduced-price lunch at Franklin Senior High School, juxtaposed with the average percentage of public school students eligible for reduced-price lunch in the St. Mary Parish School District and Louisiana, utilizing data that spans several years and includes the most recent figures from the 2023-24 school year.
 
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