Serving 1,006 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Upper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 52% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Franklin Upper School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Upper School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Upper School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2093 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
52%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
91%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Upper School's ranking?
Franklin Upper School is ranked #2093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Franklin Upper School often compared to?
Franklin Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Upper School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Upper School is 52%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Upper School?
1,006 students attend Franklin Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Franklin Upper School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Upper School?
Franklin Upper School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Upper School offer ?
Franklin Upper School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Upper School part of?
Franklin Upper School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Upper School located?
Franklin Upper School is located in the Group 14621 neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Group 14621.
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