Franklin High School is a public high school in Seattle, Washington, located in its Mount Baker neighborhood and administered by Seattle Public Schools. As of the 2014–15 school year, the school had an enrollment of 1,315 students and 65.1 classroom teachers, for a student–teacher ratio of 20.2:1.
Serving 1,237 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 1,237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
9%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
26%
5%
White
16%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #834 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School Stem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 86%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
1,237 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Franklin High School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin High School?
Franklin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Franklin High School located?
Franklin High School is located in the Mount Baker neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Baker.
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