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 (2026)
- 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 stayed relatively flat 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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