Serving 1,246 students in grades 8-12, Franklin Co High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Co High School's student population of 1,246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Co High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
7%
21%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Co High School's ranking?
Franklin Co High School is ranked #1339 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Franklin Co High School often compared to?
Franklin Co High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntland School, Grundy County High School, South Pittsburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Co High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Co High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Franklin Co High School?
1,246 students attend Franklin Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Franklin Co High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Co High School?
Franklin Co High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Co High School offer ?
Franklin Co High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Franklin Co High School part of?
Franklin Co High School is part of Franklin County School District.
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