Franklinton Primary School

Washington Parish
610 T.W. Barker Drive
Franklinton, LA 70438
664 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
Franklinton Primary School, located at 610 T.W. Barker Drive in Franklinton, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Washington Parish School District. Dedicated to the early development of young students, the school focuses on creating a supportive and nurturing environment where children can build the essential academic and social skills necessary for future success. The school plays a vital role in the local community by providing a structured curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of primary-age learners.

In addition to its academic offerings, Franklinton Primary emphasizes the importance of a positive school culture, encouraging active engagement between teachers, students, and families. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere, the school aims to instill a lifelong love of learning in its pupils while ensuring they have the resources and encouragement to reach their full potential. As a cornerstone of the Franklinton area, the institution remains committed to preparing its young students for the transition to upper elementary levels and beyond.
664
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    365 (55.0 %)
  • Black
    216 (32.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    53 (8.0 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (3.8 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Washington Parish
Phone: (985)839-5674
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 664
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 397
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 78
Kindergarten 151
Grade 1 153
Grade 2 159
Grade 3 123
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Enon Elementary School
Washington Parish
287 Students
14058 Highway 16
Franklinton, LA 70438 (9.4 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th