Franklin Independent School District is a public school district based in Franklin, Texas (USA).
In 2009, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.
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—Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790)
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—Raymond Williams (1921–1988)
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—Ellen Galinsky (20th century)
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