Benjamin Franklin High School is a public high school in the Highland Park neighborhood, approximately seven miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles, California, United States. It is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Serving 1,284 students in grades 6-12, Benjamin Franklin Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Benjamin Franklin Senior High in Los Angeles, CA, covers approximately 6.9 square miles in the northeast part of its school district. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the nearest edges located about 1.8 miles away and the furthest edge reaching up to 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School's student population of 1,284 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Blue, Buff
School Motto
Once a Panther, Always a Panther.
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Senior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5093 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Senior High School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School is ranked #5093 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Senior High School?
1,284 students attend Benjamin Franklin Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benjamin Franklin Senior High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Senior High School?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Senior High School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Senior High School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin Senior High School located?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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