Franklin-Simpson High School is a high school in Franklin, Kentucky, United States. Franklin-Simpson is the only high school located in Simpson County, Kentucky. As of 2016, the school has 916 students enrolled and has 52 full-time teachers.
Serving 830 students in grades 9-12, Franklin-simpson High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Franklin-simpson High School's student population of 830 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
830 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Franklin-simpson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin-simpson High School is 0.43, 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
#628 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
74%
71%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin-simpson High School's ranking?
Franklin-simpson High School is ranked #628 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin-simpson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Franklin-simpson High School?
830 students attend Franklin-simpson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Franklin-simpson High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin-simpson High School?
Franklin-simpson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Franklin-simpson High School offer ?
Franklin-simpson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin-simpson High School part of?
Franklin-simpson High School is part of Simpson County School District.
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