Serving 1,281 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
9%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
27%
5%
White
11%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #611 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School Stem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA 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 Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,281 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Franklin High School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Franklin High School located?
Franklin High School is located in the Mount Baker neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Baker.
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