Summary:
The Franklin School District in New Hampshire consists of three schools: Franklin Middle School, Paul A. Smith School (an elementary school), and Franklin High School. The data reveals that the schools in this district are consistently performing below state averages on key metrics, indicating systemic challenges that need to be addressed.
All three schools in the Franklin School District have significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state averages in mathematics, reading, and science. For example, in 2024-2025, the proficiency rate in mathematics for all grades at Franklin Middle School was 13%, compared to the state average of 42%. The proficiency rates at Paul A. Smith School and Franklin High School are also well below state averages. Additionally, all three schools are ranked in the bottom half of their respective school types in New Hampshire, with Franklin Middle School consistently ranking in the bottom 10% of middle schools in the state.
The high free/reduced lunch rates at the schools, ranging from 42.96% at Franklin High School to 59.21% at Franklin Middle School, indicate a significant portion of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This could be a contributing factor to the low academic performance and may require targeted interventions and support. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the Franklin School District, and significant improvements are needed across the board to better serve the students and the community.
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