Serving 403 students in grades 9-12, Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info is 0.60, 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
#855 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
60%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info is ranked #855 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-infois 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info?
403 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info part of?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info located?
Benjamin Franklin High School-finance-info 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
This is a new adventure for my son Justin, an incoming 9th Grader. Looking forward to being part of the football team and other sports activities.
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