Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
58%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is ranked #626 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
342 students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
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