Serving 1,452 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
46%
33%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #225 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 89%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,452 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Franklin High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
3 9/22/2021
It''s ok but the students are rude and cheat a great amount mainly in math history and English. Overall the students are fine but the staff is amazing and very supportive of the students.
5 12/21/2011
I THINK FRANKLIN HIGH IS A GREAT SCHOOL WITH WONDEFUL ACADEMICS BUT THEY DEFINETLY NEED TO LOOSEN UP ON THEIR CELLPHONE POLICY ....
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