Serving 829 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy's student population of 829 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6138 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy is ranked #6138 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ewell D Walker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy?
829 students attend Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy offer ?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy part of?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy located?
Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy is located in the North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Dallas.
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