Serving 324 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Police And Fire High School's student population of 324 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Police And Fire High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Police And Fire High School is 0.12, 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
#1154 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
40%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Police And Fire High School's ranking?
Franklin Police And Fire High School is ranked #1154 out of 1,956 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 Academy Of Math And Science, Vista College Preparatory - Hadley 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 35% 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 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Franklin Police And Fire High School?
324 students attend Franklin Police And Fire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Franklin Police And Fire High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Police And Fire High School?
Franklin Police And Fire High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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