Franklin High School is a public high school located in Franklin, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 1,453 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 42%). 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 15:1 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin High's attendance zone covers the entire Franklin, MA school district, encompassing approximately 27 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,453 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Motto
“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” - Brian Herbert
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
78%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Various
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #98 out of 1,626 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 42% 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 89.2%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,453 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, 4% of students are Black, and 2% 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 15:1, 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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