Franklin High School is a public high school in Portland, Oregon, United States. It is located in central southeast Portland in the South Tabor neighborhood. It is the largest high school in the Portland Public School District.
Serving 1,811 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,811 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#701 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
51%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #701 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School, Grant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 88%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,811 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Franklin High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
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 Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin High School located?
Franklin High School is located in the South Tabor neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in South Tabor.
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