Serving 1,277 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin High School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,277 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,277 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
24%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
16%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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 #834 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 86%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,277 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Franklin High School students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% 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 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 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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