Serving 1,007 students in grades 9-12, Franklin County High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin County High School's student population of 1,007 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin County High School is 0.49, which is more 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
#634 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
12%
11%
White
70%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin County High School's ranking?
Franklin County High School is ranked #634 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Franklin County High School often compared to?
Franklin County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort High School, Western Hills High School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin County High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin County High School?
1,007 students attend Franklin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Franklin County High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin County High School?
Franklin County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin County High School offer ?
Franklin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin County High School part of?
Franklin County High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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