Franklin Alternative School serves 53 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
6%
5%
White
94%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Alternative School?
53 students attend Franklin Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Franklin Alternative School students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Alternative School?
Franklin Alternative School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Alternative School offer ?
Franklin Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin Alternative School part of?
Franklin Alternative School is part of Auburn Public Schools School District.
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