Serving 1,711 students in grades 7-8, Franklin Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 38% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Central Junior High School's student population of 1,711 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Central Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Central Junior High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#905 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
12%
13%
White
59%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Central Junior High School's ranking?
Franklin Central Junior High School is ranked #905 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Franklin Central Junior High School?
1,711 students attend Franklin Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Franklin Central Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% 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 Junior High School?
Franklin Central Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin Central Junior High School offer ?
Franklin Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Franklin Central Junior High School part of?
Franklin Central Junior High School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Central Junior High School located?
Franklin Central Junior High School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
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