Serving 1,006 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Upper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Top Rankings
Franklin Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2093 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
52%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
91%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Upper School's ranking?
Franklin Upper School is ranked #2093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Upper School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Upper School is 52%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Upper School?
1,006 students attend Franklin Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Franklin Upper School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Upper School?
Franklin Upper School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Upper School offer ?
Franklin Upper School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Upper School part of?
Franklin Upper School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Upper School located?
Franklin Upper School is located in the Group 14621 neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Group 14621.
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