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Franklin County

Mississippi · Public K-12

Franklin County is a Mississippi county whose public-school system spans 5 campuses and approximately 1,147 students. Median household income runs about $52,939. The level mix is 1 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools.

7-year change in Franklin County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,147
-150 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
53%
was 54%
% Hispanic
0%
was 0%
% Black
44%
was 45%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
5
1 districts
Enrollment
1,147
NCES CCD
Median income
$52,939
Above Mississippi avg
Free/reduced lunch
79.2%
Below Mississippi avg
Elementary
1
379 students
Middle
2
391 students
High
2
377 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Franklin County School District
1,147 students · 1 district in Franklin County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Franklin County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
62%
Hispanic
1%
Black
35%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
53%
Hispanic
0%
Black
44%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
19.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
26.0%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.0%
civilian labor
Median age
42
23.1% under 18

Test scores in Franklin County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Mississippi state average: 46.0%.

See all 4 schools in Franklin County ranked by score →

All schools (5)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Franklin Lower ElementaryMeadvilleElementaryPK-03379·
Franklin High SchoolMeadvilleHigh09-12377·
Franklin Upper ElementaryMeadvilleMiddle04-06234·
Franklin Middle SchoolMeadvilleMiddle07-08157·
FRANKLIN CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTERMeadvilleHigh08-120·

Cities in Franklin County

Meadville5 schools

About Franklin County

Franklin County is a rural-scale Mississippi county of about 7,622 residents, home to 5 public schools and roughly 1,147 students.

Stepping back, census numbers show median household income runs near $52,939, roughly 19% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the poverty rate is around 26%. That income level is 6% higher than the Mississippi median.

In terms of grade levels, Franklin County covers 1 elementary school (379 students), 2 middle schools (391), and 2 high schools (377).

Franklin County School District dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 1,147 students on its own.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,147 students, shrank 12% from the 1,297 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Franklin County discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Franklin County?
Franklin County, Mississippi has 5 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,147 students.
How many high schools are in Franklin County?
Franklin County, Mississippi has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 377 students.
How many middle schools are in Franklin County?
Franklin County, Mississippi has 2 public middle schools, serving approximately 391 students.
How many elementary schools are in Franklin County?
Franklin County, Mississippi has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 379 students.
What is the largest school district in Franklin County?
Franklin County School District is the largest school district in Franklin County, serving approximately 1,147 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Franklin County?
Franklin County, Mississippi has a population of approximately 7,622, with a median age of 42. About 23.1% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Franklin County?
Median household income in Franklin County is $52,939, above the Mississippi average of $49,977. About 26.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Franklin County?
Approximately 19.0% of adults 25 and older in Franklin County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Franklin County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 79.2% of students in Franklin County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Mississippi county average of 82.7%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklin County schools?
Across Franklin County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 12.0 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data