Serving 1,034 students in grades 9-12, Benjamin Franklin High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,034 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School's student population of 1,034 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,034 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1251 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
30%
41%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin High School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin High School is ranked #5 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin High School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Willow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Franklin High School is 98%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School?
1,034 students attend Benjamin Franklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Benjamin Franklin High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin High School?
Benjamin Franklin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin High School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Benjamin Franklin High School part of?
Benjamin Franklin High School is part of Benjamin Franklin High School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Franklin High School located?
Benjamin Franklin High School is located in the Lake Terrace Oaks neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Terrace Oaks.
School Reviews
5 10/25/2021
This is an excellent school but not for the average student. Its curricula are geared for high performers and it expects only the best efforts from the best students. It regularly delivers a high-level education to talented individuals.
2 12/7/2015
This school is a great springboard for kids hoping to get into a high-ranking college. That said, the students are extremely competitive with each other which results in bullying and rampant academic dishonesty.
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