Franklin High School

Franklin High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3013 S Mount Baker Blvd,  Seattle, WA
Mount Baker Neighborhood
Seattle Public Schools
3.6
5.0
1,281 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Andrew O'connell
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
590
Verbal
580
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
23
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
30.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

5
Test Scores
3
Equity
3
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
25.5%
State Average
41.7%
Science
43.5%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
247:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
48.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
33%
Black
27.6%
Hispanic
17.4%
White
13.6%
Two or more races
7.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Niche Standout HS in Washington
#19 Most Diverse Public HS in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington 538 Students
Seattle University 291 Students
Washington State University 161 Students
Western Washington University 159 Students
University of Washington - Bothell 150 Students
Seattle Pacific University 137 Students
Seattle Central College 111 Students
Central Washington University 88 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 82 Students
University of Oregon 77 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 115 Students
Computer Science 102 Students
Psychology 82 Students
Nursing 79 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 56 Students
Biology 52 Students
Environmental Science 31 Students
Sociology 30 Students
Political Science and Government 28 Students
Pre-Law Studies 26 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 308 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/16/2025
my overall experience was great i transferred my junior year of school to franklin high school and was welcomed with open arms. Every school has their own problems because of different reasons but franklin had problems because of the area surrounding the school with the homeless and the crime in the neighborhood so we would often find ourselves in lockdown or shelter in place. people would often use the bathrooms to smoke and were very dirty. But u have had some of the most supportive and loving teachers at this school.
2.0 Senior
11/24/2023
It was not a good or bad experience. Going to Franklin after covid had change the school a lot. And it was not what it was like before. The environment and student culture was more involved. There was better support for the students and staff. I hope it can get back to what it was before.
4.0 Junior
5/4/2022
Franklin is a great school, you will find many opportunities and resources that could help you make it to college. It's an anti-racial school, although I do wish there were more colored teachers. When it comes down to lunch before, in my freshman year we were only allowed to go out and eat once a week. But now everyone is allowed to go. Our school is located near many stores and restaurants so we have a variety of options when it comes to off-campus food. When it comes down to the safety of the school, it's not best, our school this year has received many threats of shooting the school. But I don't think that should stop you from coming to this school, Franklin is truly a great school. I do advise you to do running start right in your junior year, although you might miss the high school experience. If you like to relax and don't like to come to school every day, running start is a great choice for them. Especially at Franklin, your counselor is keeping in touch with you at all times.
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GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/7/2015
We were worried that our teen, coming from a small private school, would have difficulties at such a large, diverse high school. Franklin High was the best choice we ever could have made. Our teen is getting more from the experience at Franklin than we ever dreamed. The kids are great, welcoming, to...
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5.0 student
6/5/2013
Franklin High School is really amazing, the teachers are really nice, and I have learned so, much here. It's not a perfect school but it's really wonderful.
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5.0 student
3/21/2012
Franklin is an excellent student. I am currently a senior at Franklin, and I love it. It is such a unique school because of the diversity of the student body, the amazing spirit that the students have, and the sense of family you feel when at the school. Many complain about freshman year and not bei...
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5.0 student
3/21/2012
Franklin has been an amazing experience. I can't sit back and read all the reviews written by angry students who do not take full advantage of Franklin's opportunities and do nothing about it. As a very involved senior in FHS, I can honestly say that I have liked if not loved every second at this sc...
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Franklin High School

Franklin High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Seattle, WA and is served by the Seattle Public Schools in Washington. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,281 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Franklin High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $1,342,805. Discover additional schools in the area, like Special Education Service School, John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, Garfield High School, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Franklin High School.

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