Franklin County

The schools in Franklin County, Alabama serve a diverse student population across 9 schools, including 3 elementary, 3 high, and 3 alternative schools. While some schools, like Red Bay Elementary and Belgreen High, demonstrate strong academic performance, others, such as Tharptown Elementary, face significant challenges due to high poverty levels in their communities.

The data reveals a wide range of school characteristics and outcomes in Franklin County. Red Bay Elementary stands out with its 4-star rating, high test scores, and relatively low free/reduced lunch rate, while Phil Campbell Elementary also performs well despite a lower 2-star rating. On the other hand, the alternative high schools, like Vina High, tend to have lower test scores, though Belgreen High is an exception with stronger academic outcomes.

The data also highlights the significant economic challenges facing many schools in Franklin County, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 50% to over 74%. This disparity in student socioeconomic status appears to be a key factor in the varying academic performance across the district, with the highest-poverty schools generally struggling the most. Addressing these inequities and supporting the most vulnerable schools and communities will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in the region.