Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon serves 742 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon placed in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon's student population of 742 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
742 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1854 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
17%
47%

Black
2%
6%

White
75%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon is ranked #104 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon?
742 students attend Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon part of?
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon is part of Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Queen Creek (4355) School District.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
Great school with excellent staff that helps our children in accelerated learning. This is a smaller school and I love the class sizes as well. Our children love the school and we will continue to keep them at Benjamin franklin through high school.
5 2/16/2023
My daughter loves Benjamin Franklin! I''m grateful for how welcoming the teachers and principal have been. I''m happy with the level of education she has received and the great staff and teachers!
5 2/16/2023
We visited every school in our area when we were searching for a school to start our son in Kindergarten. Out of every available possibility we chose Benjamin Franklin. He's in 6th grade now, moving on to middle/high school next year and we have never had a single regret for making that choice. The experience has been great, and the school maintains a community atmosphere with the families. We are always impressed by how involved so many families are there with all of the programs, events, and extracurricular activities.
5 1/27/2023
Benjamin Franklin Crismon has far exceeded our expectations! We are so thankful to have found this school for our girls. We appreciate the friendliness, dedication, and commitment this school has in regard to keeping our children a priority in all areas of education and safety. We hear nothing but great things from our girls each day from music, and class to P.E., they love their teachers and their experience each day. We intend to keep our girls enrolled here through 6th grade and hopefully have them move on to Benjamin Franklin Highschool!
5 1/27/2023
Benjamin Franklin offers an advanced curriculum that I couldn't be more impressed with! The teachers here truly care about their students. It''s a beautiful thing to know your child isn't just a number amongst many or a filled seated in a classroom. They look beyond the surface daily and get to know their students. The community surrounding BFCS is unmatched and understated! Parents and families are actively included and involved and we feel just as close to the school as our children do. I can't thank BFCS enough for taking care of my little ones the way they do!
5 1/27/2023
My kids have always felt welcome and a sense of community at Benjamin Franklin Crismon. The faculty truly cares about each student. The school''s efforts to go above and beyond with tutoring options and after-school homework club have set my kids up to succeed in every subject. I wouldn''t dream of sending them anywhere else. The principal also makes every effort to be fun and approachable to his students while keeping high standards and expectations.
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