Serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Pierce High School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Pierce High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Pierce High School's student population of 1,141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Pierce High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Pierce High School is 0.78, 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
#1080 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
9%
5%
White
26%
49%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Pierce High School's ranking?
Franklin Pierce High School is ranked #1080 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Pierce High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Pierce High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Franklin Pierce High School?
1,141 students attend Franklin Pierce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Franklin Pierce High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Pierce High School?
Franklin Pierce High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Franklin Pierce High School offer ?
Franklin Pierce High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Pierce High School part of?
Franklin Pierce High School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.
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