Franklin High School is a public high school located in Elk Grove, California, United States. It is officially accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 2,659 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 2,659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1666 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #1666 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cosumnes Oaks High School, Pleasant Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
2,659 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Franklin High School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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