Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Believe Belong Become
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4258 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
36%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is ranked #4258 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Dickinson Elementary School, Macarthur School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
403 students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is part of Binghamton City School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School located?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Binghamton, NY.
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