Franklin Monroe High School is a public high school in Pitsburg, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Franklin Monroe School District. The school name is derived from the fact that it serves large portions of Franklin Township and Monroe Township in Darke County.
Serving 282 students in grades 7-12, Franklin Monroe High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Monroe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Monroe High School's student population of 282 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Together we can achieve excellence
School Mascot
Jets
School Rankings
Franklin Monroe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Monroe High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1117 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Monroe High School's ranking?
Franklin Monroe High School is ranked #1117 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Franklin Monroe High School often compared to?
Franklin Monroe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenville Senior High School, Arcanum High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Monroe High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Monroe High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Franklin Monroe High School?
282 students attend Franklin Monroe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Franklin Monroe High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Monroe High School?
Franklin Monroe High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Monroe High School offer ?
Franklin Monroe High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Monroe High School part of?
Franklin Monroe High School is part of Franklin Monroe Local School District.
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