Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin Middle 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Middle School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2393 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
47%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is ranked #2393 out of 2,733 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
754 students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Benjamin Franklin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is part of Bristol Township School District.
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