Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PS 55 Benjamin Franklin serves the Bronx, NY area, encompassing a compact attendance zone that is primarily within a 0.3-mile radius of the school, with most students living 0.1 miles away and a typical drive taking about 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin's student population of 495 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4206 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bengal Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin's ranking?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin is ranked #4206 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin often compared to?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklinis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 58, P.s. 63 Author's Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin?
495 students attend P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin offer ?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin part of?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin located?
P.s. 55 Benjamin Franklin is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
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