Below Average
#4084 of 4,742 schools in NY
Franklin Upper School
High School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
950 NORTON ST, Rochester, NY 14621
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,084 of 4,742
In Rochester
#69 of 108
public schools
In district
#21 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Franklin Upper School
Franklin Upper School is a public high school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Franklin Upper School serves approximately 1,006 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,084 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Upper School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
99% of students at Franklin Upper School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Upper School — Students at Franklin Upper School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Franklin Upper School Compares
See how Franklin Upper School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
950 NORTON ST, Rochester, NY 14621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Upper School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Rochester | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL 39-ANDREW J TOWNSON Rochester | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Rochester | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 45-MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE Rochester | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rochester | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| ST KATERI SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,534
Median Home Value
$83,300
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
33,349
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
33.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORNELL JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hornell, NY | 4.3 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 4.3 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo, NY | 4.3 |
| WELLSVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL Wellsville, NY | 4.3 |
| ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Far Rockaway, NY | 4.2 |
| FALLSBURG JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fallsburg, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Upper School
What grades does Franklin Upper School serve?
Franklin Upper School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Franklin Upper School?
Franklin Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 1,006 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Upper School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Upper School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Upper School rank in NY?
Franklin Upper School ranks #4,084 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Franklin Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Franklin Upper School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Upper School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Franklin Upper School a charter school?
No, Franklin Upper School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Upper School a Title I school?
No, Franklin Upper School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,006
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 98.7%
- Phone
- (585) 324-3750
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #21 of 45
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