Serving 1,276 students in grades 7-12, Benjamin Franklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,276 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School's student population of 1,276 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
73%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin High School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School is ranked #317 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin High School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School?
1,276 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Benjamin Franklin High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin High School part of?
Benjamin Franklin High School is part of Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Queen Creek (4355) School District.
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