Franklin Upper School

Franklin Upper School serves 1,006 students in grades 9-12 in Rochester, New York, offering a high school experience with notably small class sizes thanks to its 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio and 98 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2108 among New York's 4,758 schools, placing it in the 56th percentile statewide. The school draws from a diverse community where families face economic challenges, with a median household income of $32,713 and a poverty rate of 35.1% in the surrounding 14621 ZIP code area.

While only 11% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, Franklin Upper School's favorable student-teacher ratio suggests strong potential for individualized attention and support as students work toward their academic goals. Located on Norton Street, the school serves as an important educational anchor in this mid-size city neighborhood of over 32,000 residents. The community's median home value of $76,400 reflects an affordable area where Franklin Upper School plays a vital role in providing educational opportunities and pathways for local families seeking to invest in their children's futures.