Students had classes in various buildings in downtown until the school could be rebuilt.

The new building was built large enough to allow for a full high school.

After the fire, Frankfort High School reopened in 1889.

Notable graduates include George C. Wolfe, Steve Nunn, Major General Edgar E. Hume, Lt.

Governor Crit Luallen, diplomat James Sutterlin, and silent film star Bob Custer (Raymond Glenn).