Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Benjamin Franklin ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin's student population of 389 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2730 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
35%
17%
White
34%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin is ranked #2730 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin often compared to?
Benjamin Franklinis often viewed alongside schools like Charles A Mooney School, Constellation Schools Old Brooklyn Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin?
389 students attend Benjamin Franklin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Benjamin Franklin students are Black, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin?
Benjamin Franklin has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin offer ?
Benjamin Franklin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin part of?
Benjamin Franklin is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin located?
Benjamin Franklin is located in the Old Brooklyn neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 9 other public schools located in Old Brooklyn.
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