Serving 1,127 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School's student population of 1,127 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School is 0.45, 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
#267 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
76%
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 High School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School is ranked #267 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 76%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School?
1,127 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Benjamin Franklin High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
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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