Serving 1,797 students in grades 7-8, Franklin Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Township Middle School East serves the northeast part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 30.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Central Junior High School's student population of 1,797 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,797 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Central Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central Junior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central Junior High School's ranking?
Franklin Central Junior High School is ranked #900 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Central Junior High School?
1,797 students attend Franklin Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Franklin Central Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Central Junior High School?
Franklin Central Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Central Junior High School offer ?
Franklin Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Central Junior High School part of?
Franklin Central Junior High School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Central Junior High School located?
Franklin Central Junior High School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
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