Serving 517 students in grades 9-12, Marion-franklin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion-franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marion-franklin High School's student population of 517 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion-franklin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion-franklin High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2903 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
51%
17%
White
33%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion-franklin High School's ranking?
Marion-franklin High School is ranked #2903 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Marion-franklin High School often compared to?
Marion-franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linden-mckinley Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion-franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Marion-franklin High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marion-franklin High School?
517 students attend Marion-franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marion-franklin High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion-franklin High School?
Marion-franklin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion-franklin High School offer ?
Marion-franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marion-franklin High School part of?
Marion-franklin High School is part of Columbus City School District.
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