Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical's student population of 350 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3599 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
64%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical is ranked #3599 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technicalis often viewed alongside schools like Bard High School Early College Queens, Baccalaureate School For Global Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical?
350 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical part of?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical located?
Benjamin Franklin High School-fin Info Technical is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Cambria Heights, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Jamaica.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
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