Serious incidents run in line with the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 1 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 0 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 3 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 5 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 5 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 0 | Minor |
Edward Best Elementary ranks #6 of 16 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County Early College | 09–13 | 50 | A |
| Long Mill Elementary | PK–05 | 44 | A |
| Laurel Mill Elementary | PK–05 | 27 | A |
| Louisburg Elementary | PK–05 | 27 | A |
| Franklinton High | 09–12 | 26 | A |
| Franklinton Elementary | PK–05 | 25 | A |
| Bunn Elementary | PK–05 | 24 | A |
| Royal Elementary | PK–05 | 21 | A |