Frankford High School is a public high school in the School District of Philadelphia. It is located at Oxford Avenue and Wakeling Street in the Frankford section of Northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Frankford was founded in 1910 as an annex to Central High School.
Serving 907 students in grades 9-12, Frankford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frankford High School serves the eastern part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frankford High School's student population of 907 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
907 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of Champions
School Rankings
Frankford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frankford High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
48%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
6%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Crimson, Gold
School Mascot
American Pioneer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frankford High School's ranking?
Frankford High School is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Frankford High School often compared to?
Frankford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central 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 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frankford High School?
The graduation rate of Frankford High School is 57%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frankford High School?
907 students attend Frankford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Frankford High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frankford High School?
Frankford High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frankford High School offer ?
Frankford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frankford High School part of?
Frankford High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frankford High School located?
Frankford High School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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