Serving 172 students in grades 6-12, Franklin Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Franklin Jr/sr High School's student population of 172 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Jr/sr High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#2375 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Franklin Jr/sr High School is ranked #2375 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Franklin Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Franklin Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waverly Junior/senior High School, Jacksonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Jr/sr High School?
172 students attend Franklin Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Franklin Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Jr/sr High School?
Franklin Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin Jr/sr High School offer ?
Franklin Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Franklin Jr/sr High School part of?
Franklin Jr/sr High School is part of Franklin CUSD 1 School District.
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