Serving 893 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 58% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 58% (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 893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ben Franklin Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Franklin Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
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 #150 out of 1,779 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
893 students attend Ben Franklin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ben Franklin Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ben Franklin Academy offer ?
Ben Franklin Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
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
5 3/23/2020
Great school! Really liking it so far. Kind of drive for us, but worth it. The requirement for parent involvement is a little of a hassle, but obviously is a huge benefit to the kids. This is our second year at BFA. My child is in 1st grade.
2 12/26/2017
it's an ok school but mean teacher and to much homework.
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