Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2494 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
77%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center is ranked #2494 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Gratigny Elementary School, Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center?
540 students attend Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center?
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center offer ?
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center part of?
Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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