Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin Franklin Middle School serves the eastern part of Ridgewood, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 0.62, 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
#390 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
55%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is ranked #390 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
627 students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Benjamin Franklin Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is part of Ridgewood Public School District.
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