Franklin County High School is located in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Approximately 1900 students attend Franklin County High School, which was founded in 1950. Since its founding, Franklin County High School, commonly known as FCHS, has grown to the largest school in the state west of Richmond.
Serving 1,899 students in grades 9-12, Franklin County High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin County High School's student population of 1,899 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 188 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
188 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Campus Size
30
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Franklin County High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin County High School is 0.42, 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
#123 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
75%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin County High School's ranking?
Franklin County High School is ranked #123 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin County High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin County High School is 87%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Franklin County High School?
1,899 students attend Franklin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Franklin County High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin County High School?
Franklin County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin County High School offer ?
Franklin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin County High School part of?
Franklin County High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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