Serving 1,767 students in grades 7-8, Franklin Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Central Junior High School's student population of 1,767 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Central Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central Junior High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1071 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
12%
13%
White
63%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central Junior High School's ranking?
Franklin Central Junior High School is ranked #1071 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Central Junior High School?
1,767 students attend Franklin Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Franklin Central Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Central Junior High School?
Franklin Central Junior High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Central Junior High School offer ?
Franklin Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Franklin Central Junior High School part of?
Franklin Central Junior High School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
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