Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1417 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
43%
17%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
19%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is ranked #1417 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin Middle School often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Middle School, Dimmick Comm Cons Sd 175 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
713 students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Benjamin Franklin Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benjamin Franklin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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