Franklin High School is the largest 9th-12th grade public high school in Macon County, North Carolina. Franklin High is just parallel to downtown Franklin. It is part of the Macon County School System. The graduation rate is about 98 percent as of 2023.
Serving 996 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin High serves the northeast part of its school district in Franklin, NC, covering approximately 344.4 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 996 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
996 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.46, 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
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #512 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands School, Macon Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC 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 North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
996 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Franklin High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Macon County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academics are not highly required. Music and sports programs are poor. Facilities are dirty and old. Level of parent involvement is zero
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