Serving 364 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 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Benjamin Franklin School encompasses a 2.4 square mile area in the southern part of Cleveland, OH, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin's student population of 364 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2730 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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?
364 students attend Benjamin Franklin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Benjamin Franklin students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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