Franklin High School

218 Oak Street
Franklin, MA 02038
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 1,569 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 98% (Top 5% in MA)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Franklin High School's student population of 1,569 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers

School Rankings

Franklin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#91 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
72%
41%
76%
44%
79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
78%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #91 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Philip Regional High School, Medway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,569 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Franklin High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Franklin School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 98% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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