Serving 1,222 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (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 1,222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1014 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
28%
5%
White
14%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin High School's ranking?
Franklin High School is ranked #1014 out of 2,113 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
1,222 students attend Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Franklin High School students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% 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 20:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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