Serving 350 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 11:1 is lower 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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 0.62, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
350 students attend Benjamin Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Benjamin Franklin School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin School?
Benjamin Franklin School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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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