Serving 898 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's student population of 898 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
898 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is 0.60, 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
#398 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
58%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
1%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is ranked #398 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School?
898 students attend Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School?
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School is part of Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School District.
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