Serving 956 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ben Franklin Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Franklin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ben Franklin Academy's student population of 956 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing young adults with character
School Rankings
Ben Franklin Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Franklin Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
49%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Franklin Academy's ranking?
Ben Franklin Academy is ranked #122 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ben Franklin Academy often compared to?
Ben Franklin Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Littleton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ben Franklin Academy?
956 students attend Ben Franklin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ben Franklin Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Franklin Academy?
Ben Franklin Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben Franklin Academy offer ?
Ben Franklin Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Franklin Academy part of?
Ben Franklin Academy is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Ben Franklin Academy located?
Ben Franklin Academy is located in the Westridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in Westridge.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
it's an ok school but mean teacher and to much homework.
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