Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School's student population of 624 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#4775 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School's ranking?
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School is ranked #4775 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School?
624 students attend Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School?
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School offer ?
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School part of?
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School is part of Anaheim Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School located?
Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary School is located in the Downtown Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown Anaheim.
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