Serving 1,324 students in grades 7-12, Benjamin Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,324 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School's student population of 1,324 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,324 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Charger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin High School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School is ranked #366 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin High School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School?
1,324 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Benjamin Franklin High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin High School part of?
Benjamin Franklin High School is part of Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Queen Creek (4355) School District.
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