Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Police And Fire High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Police And Fire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin Police And Fire High School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Police And Fire High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Police And Fire High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Police And Fire High School's ranking?
Franklin Police And Fire High School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Franklin Police And Fire High School often compared to?
Franklin Police And Fire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista College Preparatory - Hadley, Academy Of Math And Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Police And Fire High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Police And Fire High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Franklin Police And Fire High School?
313 students attend Franklin Police And Fire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Franklin Police And Fire High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Police And Fire High School?
Franklin Police And Fire High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Police And Fire High School offer ?
Franklin Police And Fire High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Police And Fire High School part of?
Franklin Police And Fire High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Franklin Police And Fire High School located?
Franklin Police And Fire High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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