Summary:
The city of Franklin, Kentucky is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the community.
Among the standout schools, Franklin-Simpson High School is the largest high school in the city, with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 93.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.1%. However, its test scores are generally below the state average, with only 37-45% of students proficient in core subjects. In contrast, Franklin-Simpson High School West Campus, a smaller virtual high school, has significantly lower test scores compared to the state and district averages, with only 11-21% of students proficient in math and reading, despite maintaining a high 93.5% graduation rate.
The elementary schools in the Simpson County district generally perform closer to or slightly above the state averages in 3rd grade math and reading, with Simpson Elementary School being the largest and highest-performing elementary school. Overall, the data highlights the significant variation in academic performance across the schools in Franklin, Kentucky, with the high school and middle school underperforming compared to state averages, while the elementary schools perform closer to or slightly above state levels.
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