FRANKLIN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

Franklin Jr/Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Franklin CUSD 1 school district, located in Franklin, IL with about 147 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Franklin Jr/Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Franklin Jr/Sr High School, located at 110 State in Franklin, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the local community, catering to students from junior high through the senior high school years. As part of the Franklin Community Unit School District 1, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness. By housing both middle and high school grade levels in one facility, the school fosters a sense of continuity, allowing for a structured transition as students progress through their adolescent years.

The school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which typically allows for stronger relationships between students, staff, and the community. Beyond core academics, Franklin Jr/Sr High School emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through extracurricular activities, athletics, and social opportunities that reflect the values of a close-knit rural Illinois community. Its setting in Franklin provides a stable, focused learning environment where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and participate in the various programs that support their personal and academic growth.

For more information, contact Franklin Jr/Sr High School at (217) 675-2395 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.