Serving 830 students in grades 9-12, Franklin-simpson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin-Simpson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Franklin, KY, covering approximately 236.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin-simpson High School's student population of 830 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
830 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin-simpson High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#628 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin-simpson High School's ranking?
Franklin-simpson High School is ranked #628 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Franklin-simpson High School often compared to?
Franklin-simpson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin-simpson High School West Campus, Russellville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Franklin-simpson High School?
830 students attend Franklin-simpson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Franklin-simpson High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin-simpson High School?
Franklin-simpson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin-simpson High School offer ?
Franklin-simpson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin-simpson High School part of?
Franklin-simpson High School is part of Simpson County School District.
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