Serving 497 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is located in the northwest part of Daly City, CA, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate's student population of 497 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is 0.62, which is less 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
#5063 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
39%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #5063 out of 9,523 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, Thomas R. Pollicita Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Intermediate?
497 students attend Benjamin Franklin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Intermediate?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, 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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