Franklin Central School reported an enrollment of eight Black students for the 2025-26 school year, reflecting a 60% increase compared with the prior year, according to the New York State Education Department.
The school had a total of 196 students enrolled in 2025-26. Among the student population, 4.1% identified as Black, making it the second most common ethnicity at Franklin Central School.
The campus is part of the Franklin Central School District, which maintains its main office in Franklin.
Franklin Central School was the district’s only campus with Black student enrollment, welcoming eight students during this period.
Based on a World Population Review analysis, New York holds the No. 2 overall ranking for public education nationally but ranks 31st for K-12 performance.
| Year | Total School Enrollment | Number of Black Students | Black Students % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 196 | 8 | 4.1% |
| 2024-25 | 209 | 5 | 2.4% |
| 2023-24 | 195 | 4 | 2.1% |
| 2022-23 | 193 | 5 | 2.6% |
Information in this article was obtained from the New York State Education Department. The source data can be found here.
