Serving 783 students in grades 9-12, Franklin-simpson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin-simpson High School's student population of 783 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin-simpson High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
11%
11%
White
76%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin-simpson High School's ranking?
Franklin-simpson High School is ranked #526 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin-simpson High School?
783 students attend Franklin-simpson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Franklin-simpson High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin-simpson High School?
Franklin-simpson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin-simpson High School offer ?
Franklin-simpson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin-simpson High School part of?
Franklin-simpson High School is part of Simpson County School District.
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