Serving 772 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's student population of 772 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
772 students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School located?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is located in the Orangecrest neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Orangecrest.
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