Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Franklin School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin Franklin School serves the northwest part of Meriden, CT, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Benjamin Franklin School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
27%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin School is ranked #454 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethany Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin School?
357 students attend Benjamin Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Benjamin Franklin School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin School?
Benjamin Franklin School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin School part of?
Benjamin Franklin School is part of Meriden School District.
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