Ben Franklin Junior High School serves 674 students in grades 7-8.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
22%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ben Franklin Junior High School?
674 students attend Ben Franklin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ben Franklin Junior High School students are White, and 22% of students are Black.
What grades does Ben Franklin Junior High School offer ?
Ben Franklin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ben Franklin Junior High School part of?
Ben Franklin Junior High School is part of New Castle Area School District.
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