Red Rams on the Rise: Franklinton High School Surges to 'B' Rating and Exceeds Academic Growth Standards

Red Rams on the Rise: Franklinton High School Surges to 'B' Rating and Exceeds Academic Growth Standards

Franklinton High Achieves 76 Performance Grade, 91.3% Graduation Rate, and Outstanding EOC Proficiency Gains Under "Rooted in Purpose" Strategic Framework

LOUISBURG, N.C. (September 16, 2026) — Franklin County Schools (FCS) proudly celebrates the exceptional state accountability results achieved by the students, faculty, and staff at Franklinton High School (FHS) for the 2025–2026 school year. Guided by the district’s 2026–2027 theme, "Rooted in Purpose," and aligned with the Blueprint 2030 strategic plan, Franklinton High recorded significant gains across key academic metrics, earning a distinguished State "B" School Performance Grade and Exceeding State Academic Growth Expectations.

Accountability & Academic Highlights

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction accountability data highlights remarkable multi-year growth and achievement across Franklinton High School:

• State "B" Grade Surge: Franklinton High earned a School Performance Score of 76 ('B'), representing a 6-point increase from its 2025 performance score of 70.
• Exceeded State EVAAS Growth: FHS officially Exceeded State Academic Growth Expectations with a district-leading EVAAS Growth Index of 8.11.
• 4-Year Cohort Graduation Success: Reached a 91.3% four-year cohort graduation rate, outperforming the North Carolina state average of 88.8% and surpassing the district's Blueprint 2030 strategic target of 90.0%.
• EOC Proficiency Composite Gains: Recorded a 56.5% overall End-of-Course (EOC) proficiency composite, reflecting a 1.9 percentage-point gain from 2025 (54.6%) and a 10.3 percentage-point increase since 2024 (46.2%).
• Standout Subject-Area Achievements:
  • English II: 65.7% Grade Level Proficiency (GLP), outperforming both the North Carolina state average (64.3%) and the FCS district average (62.0%).
  • NC Math 1: 56.5% GLP, exceeding the state average of 42.1% by 14.4 percentage points.
  • NC Math 3: 57.0% GLP.

Leadership Reflections

"When a school community stays deeply rooted in purpose and committed to excellence, the results speak for themselves," said Dr. Nakia Hardy, Superintendent of Franklin County Schools. "Franklinton High School's 6-point performance surge, 8.11 growth index, and 91.3 percent graduation rate reflect the relentless energy of our teachers, the resilience of our students, and the strong support of Red Ram families. We are immensely proud of FHS as they continue creating limitless opportunities for every scholar."

Meghan Jordan, Chair of the Franklin County Board of Education, added: "Blueprint 2030 sets clear expectations for academic growth, career readiness, and student preparation beyond graduation. Franklinton High School’s performance demonstrates what can be accomplished when high expectations, rigorous instruction, and strong community pride align."

About Franklin County Schools

Franklin County Schools (FCS) serves more than 7,900 students across 16 schools in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing counties. Guided by its strategic plan, Blueprint 2030, and the district vision of "Building a stronger community one life-long learner at a time," FCS is committed to academic excellence, career readiness, and strong community partnerships. To learn more, visit www.fcschools.net.