Franklin High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades, located in the Somerset section of Franklin Township in Somerset County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as the lone secondary school of the Franklin Township Public Schools.
Serving 2,200 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 2,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 174 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
174 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we can.
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1470 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
42%
34%
Black
32%
15%
White
10%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #1470 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough High School, Bridgewater-raritan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 88%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
2,200 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Franklin High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 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 New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Franklin Township Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2021
Very good school indeed. They have a JROTC program which is all about displent and Army. I'm a 9th grade freshman in marching band there so overall it's a very cool school.
5 6/29/2016
Very good academic program, with many opportunities for AP, Honors, college credit, and outstanding provisions for special needs as well. Very warm, caring teachers and staff. One of the top schools in New Jersey for music, arts, sports and extracurricular programs.
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