Franklin Heights High School is a public high school in Columbus, Ohio. It is 1 of 5 high schools in the South-Western City Schools district. The building was renovated and reopened for students in 2016. The schools mascot is the Golden Falcon.
Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Heights High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Heights High School's student population of 1,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for the Real World is Our Business
School Rankings
Franklin Heights High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Heights High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2700 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
34%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Heights High School's ranking?
Franklin Heights High School is ranked #2700 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Franklin Heights High School often compared to?
Franklin Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Crossing High School, Westland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Heights High School is 83%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Franklin Heights High School?
1,398 students attend Franklin Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Franklin Heights High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Heights High School?
Franklin Heights High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Heights High School offer ?
Franklin Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Heights High School part of?
Franklin Heights High School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Heights High School located?
Franklin Heights High School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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