Frankfort High School is located at 328 Shelby Street in Frankfort, Kentucky, United States. It is part of the Frankfort Independent School District which consists of Second Street School, Panther Transition Academy, and Frankfort High School. In December 1885, the original building burned.
Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Frankfort High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frankfort High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Frankfort High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Frankfort High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frankfort High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
76%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frankfort High School's ranking?
Frankfort High School is ranked #605 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Frankfort High School often compared to?
Frankfort High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County High School, Western Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frankfort High School?
The graduation rate of Frankfort High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Frankfort High School?
331 students attend Frankfort High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Frankfort High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frankfort High School?
Frankfort High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frankfort High School offer ?
Frankfort High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frankfort High School part of?
Frankfort High School is part of Frankfort Independent School District.
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