Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus

Franklin Upper School

School Information

What Every Family Should Know

  • Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus is named in honor of the Padilla family, one of the earliest migrants from Puerto Rico to reach Rochester who became pillars of the community. They embody the spirit of resilience and commitment that Padilla strives to instill in students. 

    In addition to preserving history, Padilla is committed to preparing students for the opportunities ahead with a focus on academic excellence and emotional well-being in a supportive environment where students can thrive. With a focus on innovative teaching, diverse extracurricular activities, and community engagement, the school prepares students for success in college, careers, and beyond. At Padilla, every student is empowered to achieve their goals while building strong connections with peers, teachers, and the broader community.

Unique Features

  • Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus is an exciting new addition to the Rochester City School District and the home of the Career Pathways to Public Safety (CPPS) program. Through a partnership between the RCSD and the City of Rochester, the CPPS program allows students to explore careers in Law Enforcement, Firefighting Technology, Emergency Communications, and Emergency Medical Services. The JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) program teaches character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership, and diversity. They have been selected to present the Nation’s colors at more than 20 sporting events, including performances at Major League Baseball (MLB), National Hockey League (NHL), National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA), and NASCAR games/races.

    Padilla High School has an onsite School-Based Health Center in partnership with Jordan Health available to provide acute physical care for students as well as mental health counseling to students and their families.