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#469 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 26% in state

Franklin High School

High School · Williamson County

810 Hillsboro RD, Franklin, TN 37064

Enrollment

1,743

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#469 of 1,786

In Franklin

#19 of 25

public schools

In district

#39 of 50

Williamson County

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin High School

7.6/10

High School in Franklin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Franklin High School

Franklin High School is a public high school in Franklin, TN, part of Williamson County. Franklin High School serves approximately 1,743 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.3 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation38.5%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,899
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Franklin High School — Students at Franklin High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 78.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
51%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2025
Math
67.2%
ELA
80.1%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Franklin High School Compares

See how Franklin High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
74th percentile in TN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
38.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·68 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

810 Hillsboro RD, Franklin, TN 37064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Renaissance High School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Vanguard Virtual High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Franklin 0.6 mi 6.6
Freedom Intermediate Franklin 0.9 mi 9.1
Johnson Elementary Franklin 0.9 mi 8.0
Poplar Grove K-4 Franklin 0.8 mi 6.7
Poplar Grove 5-8 Franklin 0.8 mi 5.5
Freedom Middle School Franklin 1.0 mi 8.2
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 1.6 mi 8.8
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin 1.6 mi 6.1
Renaissance High School Franklin 1.8 mi 9.0
Liberty Elementary Franklin 1.7 mi 8.1
Franklin Elementary Franklin 2.1 mi 9.8
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Franklin 1.9 mi 7.6
FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin 1.9 mi 7.1
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 2.8 mi 8.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COOL SPRINGS Franklin 2.4 mi
Pearre Creek Elementary School Franklin 2.6 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN Franklin 2.6 mi
Moore Elementary Franklin 3.6 mi 8.0
COOL SPRINGS MONTESSORI Franklin 3.1 mi
HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER Franklin 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,492

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

66,641

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Houston High School Germantown, TN 7.7
Arlington High Arlington, TN 7.8
Rockvale High School Rockvale, TN 7.8
Maryville High School Maryville, TN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin High School

What grades does Franklin High School serve?

Franklin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Franklin High School?

Franklin High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,743 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin High School rank in TN?

Franklin High School ranks #469 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Franklin High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Franklin High School a charter school?

No, Franklin High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin High School a Title I school?

No, Franklin High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,743
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Williamson County
District Enrollment
41,909
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,899
District Rank
#39 of 50

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