Serving 1,573 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#231 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
73%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #231 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,573 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Franklin High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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 Franklin Public School District.
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