Serving 1,481 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin High serves the west part of Reisterstown, MD, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 57.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,481 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1820
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
42%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Indian
Source: 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 #466 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owings Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 85.8%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,481 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Franklin High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Baltimore County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I THINK FRANKLIN HIGH IS A GREAT SCHOOL WITH WONDEFUL ACADEMICS BUT THEY DEFINETLY NEED TO LOOSEN UP ON THEIR CELLPHONE POLICY ....
3 10/10/2025
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.
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