Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate's student population of 532 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2308 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Intermediate's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is ranked #2308 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Intermediate often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Fernando Rivera Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Intermediate?
532 students attend Benjamin Franklin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Intermediate offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Intermediate part of?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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