Serving 3,048 students in grades 9-12, Franklin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin High School's student population of 3,048 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3256 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #3256 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Franklin High School often compared to?
Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin High School?
3,048 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Franklin High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Franklin High School offer ?
Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin High School part of?
Franklin High School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin High School located?
Franklin High School is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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