Franklin Towne Charter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Towne Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin Towne Charter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Towne Charter High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#921 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
13%
14%
White
56%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Softball, Track and Field, Volley Ball, Wrestling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Franklin Towne Charter High School has strived to create a family-like atmosphere, where students are provided with the necessary resources and skills to succeed inside and outside of the classroom.Franklin Towne is one of the best schools in the state of Pennsylvania. Franklin Towne holds the titles of National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and the Most Spirited School in America.At Towne, students have the opportunity to pursue learning pathways respective of their personal interests, in an environment built upon respect, relationships, and effort. Students are free to explore and discover what they enjoy through a customized class schedule. Offering a wide range of courses, sports, and extracurricular activities, students can truly find their place at Towne. Graduates of Franklin Towne leave as confident, well-prepared young adults eager to conquer new endeavors.It takes a Towne to raise a child, and everyone is family here.
Profile last updated: 07/18/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Towne Charter High School's ranking?
Franklin Towne Charter High School is ranked #921 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Franklin Towne Charter High School often compared to?
Franklin Towne Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mast Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Towne Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Towne Charter High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Towne Charter High School?
1,261 students attend Franklin Towne Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Franklin Towne Charter High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Franklin Towne Charter High School offer ?
Franklin Towne Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin Towne Charter High School part of?
Franklin Towne Charter High School is part of Franklin Towne CHS School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Towne Charter High School located?
Franklin Towne Charter High School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2023
I joined the Franklin Towne family in the summer of 2003 as a teacher and now twenty years later I can't think of anywhere that I would rather be and eventually end my professional career. Sure, the faculty, students, staff, administration, and buildings have changed over the years however, the change has continued to evolve in the right direction beginning with their current leadership team. Franklin Towne has also adapted to a constantly changing educational and cultural landscape and has risen to meet some of the most turbulent challenges---moving to a 1:1 school during the COVID-19 pandemic and hiring an expert in training the staff best practices of remote learning or in the wake of the George Floyd protests, Franklin Towne was proactively entering the school year in bringing in a respected professional expert Brooks Scott who trained our teachers on how to handle difficult questions and concerns over both a virtual zoom platform and in person as well as training on unconscious bias and most importantly building allyship in the workplace. Franklin Towne Charter High School remains committed to putting students and the community first!
5 5/12/2023
They treat their students to be responsible for their own academic scores and always lend a helping hand.
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