Franklin Central High School is a public four-year high school in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It is the only high school in the Franklin Township Community School Corporation.
Serving 3,381 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin Central High School's student population of 3,381 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 179 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
179 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Rankings
Franklin Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
13%
13%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central High School's ranking?
Franklin Central High School is ranked #494 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Franklin Central High School often compared to?
Franklin Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Meridian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Central High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Central High School is 99%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Franklin Central High School?
3,381 students attend Franklin Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklin Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Central High School?
Franklin Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Central High School offer ?
Franklin Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Central High School part of?
Franklin Central High School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Central High School located?
Franklin Central High School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
School Reviews
5 2/9/2024
Franklin Central is the greatest school i''ve ever gone too! teachers and coaches truly do care about you and want to see us succeed and make it out! if you''re looking for someone to send your student FC is a great place! #goflashes
2 9/21/2006
This school is suffering serious "growing pains" The principal really only helps those who are elite enough. They ( the principal and deans)are not totally honest when they have to answer for their actions to a board member. The act is perfected. I would definately stay away from this school system mainly because of the high school.
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