For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,563 students in Franklin County, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Franklin County, TX are Mt Vernon Middle School, Mt Vernon Elementary School and Mt Vernon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin County, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Franklin County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Franklin County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt Vernon Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 Texas Hwy 37
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9700
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9700
Gr: 5-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Mt Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 Texas Hwy 37
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9500
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9500
Gr: PK-4 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Mt Vernon High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
509 Texas Hwy 37
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9800
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-9800
Gr: 9-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Franklin County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
501 Texas Hwy 37
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-3402
Mount Vernon, TX 75457
(903) 537-3402
Gr: 5-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Franklin County, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Franklin County, TX include Mt Vernon Middle School, Mt Vernon Elementary School and Mt Vernon High School.
How many public schools are located in Franklin County?
3 public schools are located in Franklin County.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin County?
Franklin County public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Franklin County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Franklin County include: Mt Vernon Middle School vs. Mt Vernon Elementary School, Mt Vernon Middle School vs. Mt Vernon High School, Mt Vernon Elementary School vs. Mt Vernon High School
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