6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Franklin, Ohio

7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.9/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Franklin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Franklin City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Franklin for 2026 are Hunter Elementary School (7.8/10), William C Schenck Elementary School (7.5/10), and Anthony Wayne Elementary School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Franklin

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Hunter Elementary School	7.8 / 10	Elementary	—	76th
2	William C Schenck Elementary School	7.5 / 10	Elementary	—	71th
3	Anthony Wayne Elementary School	7.2 / 10	Elementary	—	66th
4	Pennyroyal Elementary School	7.0 / 10	Elementary	—	61th
5	Franklin Junior High School	6.7 / 10	Middle	—	56th
6	George H Gerke Elementary School	6.3 / 10	Elementary	—	48th
7	Franklin High School	5.6 / 10	High	—	35th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.9/10
Median household income: $74,239
Median home value: $201,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Franklin compares

Ohio rank

#185 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Ohio avg (6.4)

Median household income

$74k

104% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Franklin, Ohio

Franklin, Ohio is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Franklin show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Franklin is Hunter Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Franklin is served by 1 school district: Franklin City. These districts collectively serve 2,594 students.

Franklin's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,239. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hunter Elementary School 399 students · Kindergarten–6th	399	Kindergarten–6th	7.8
2	William C Schenck Elementary School 204 students · Kindergarten–6th	204	Kindergarten–6th	7.5
3	Anthony Wayne Elementary School 299 students · Kindergarten–6th	299	Kindergarten–6th	7.2
4	Pennyroyal Elementary School 290 students · Kindergarten–6th	290	Kindergarten–6th	7.0
5	George H Gerke Elementary School 322 students · Kindergarten–6th	322	Kindergarten–6th	6.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Franklin Junior High School 401 students · 7th–8th	401	7th–8th	6.7

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Franklin High School 679 students · 8th–12th	679	8th–12th	5.6

Schools in Franklin

Franklin, Ohio · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$74,239

Median Home Value

$201,200

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

31,906

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Community Profile

Franklin has a median household income of $74,239. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $201,200, with a median rent of $1,005/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Ohio
Elementary: 5
Middle: 1
High: 1

Resources

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School District

Franklin City

7 schools · 2,594 students

Nearby Cities

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3 mi

Springboro (10 schools)

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Miamisburg (10 schools)

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Middletown (20 schools)

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Germantown (4 schools)

7 mi

West Carrollton (5 schools)

Centerville (12 schools)

8 mi

Liberty (1 school)

10 mi

Farmersville (1 school)

12 mi

Waynesville (3 schools)

10 mi

Liberty Township (7 schools)

13 mi

Kettering (15 schools)

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South Lebanon (1 school)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Franklin, Ohio

How many schools are in Franklin, Ohio?

Franklin has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Franklin, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Franklin is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Franklin, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Hunter Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Franklin, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Hunter Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Franklin, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Franklin Junior High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Franklin, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Franklin on MySchoolScout is Franklin High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Franklin, Ohio?

Franklin is served by 1 school district: Franklin City.

What is the education level in Franklin, Ohio?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Franklin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Franklin, Ohio?

The median household income in Franklin is approximately $74,239 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Franklin, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Franklin is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Franklin, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.