Franklin Academy is a public high school located in the rural village of Malone, New York that enrolls students from Malone and surrounding communities in northern Franklin County such as Bangor, Bellmont, Burke, Constable, Duane and Westville.
Serving 683 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Academy High School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1806
School Mascot
Huskies
School Rankings
Franklin Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Academy High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2204 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Academy High School's ranking?
Franklin Academy High School is ranked #2204 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Franklin Academy High School often compared to?
Franklin Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon River High School, Tupper Lake Middle-high School, Saranac Lake Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Academy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Academy High School?
683 students attend Franklin Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Franklin Academy High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Academy High School?
Franklin Academy High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Academy High School offer ?
Franklin Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Academy High School part of?
Franklin Academy High School is part of Malone Central School District.
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