Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Benjamin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Benjamin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Franklin Benjamin High School's student population of 528 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Franklin Benjamin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Benjamin High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1937 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
75%
14%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Benjamin High School's ranking?
Franklin Benjamin High School is ranked #1937 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Benjamin High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Benjamin High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Benjamin High School?
528 students attend Franklin Benjamin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Franklin Benjamin High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Benjamin High School?
Franklin Benjamin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Benjamin High School offer ?
Franklin Benjamin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Franklin Benjamin High School part of?
Franklin Benjamin High School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Benjamin High School located?
Franklin Benjamin High School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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