Benjamin Franklin High School

Summary:

Benjamin Franklin High School is a public charter high school in New Orleans, Louisiana that serves 1,034 students in grades 9-12. This exceptional institution has consistently been ranked among the top high schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and boasting a diverse student population.

Benjamin Franklin High School's academic performance is truly remarkable, with proficiency rates that far exceed state averages. For the 2023-2024 school year, the school achieved 99% proficiency in Geometry, 100% proficiency in U.S. History, and 100% proficiency in Biology. This level of excellence extends across all student subgroups, with the school ranking among the top high schools in Louisiana for female students, male students, and students from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those from low-income households. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 15.5 to 19.4 over the past three years, suggests a more personalized learning environment for students.

When compared to nearby high schools, such as Warren Easton Charter High School and New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School, Benjamin Franklin High School stands out as a true leader in academic achievement. While these nearby schools have lower proficiency rates and overall rankings, Benjamin Franklin High School consistently outperforms them across various measures, demonstrating its exceptional quality and commitment to student success.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

2001 Leon C Simon Drive
New Orleans, LA 70122-3525

(504) 286-2600

District: Benjamin Franklin High School

SchoolDigger Rank:
4^th of 333 Louisiana High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,117

Student/teacher ratio: 15.5

Number of students: 1,034

Racial breakdown:

White:

37.8%

African American:

30.3%

Asian:

19.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 33.2%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Benjamin Franklin High School ranks better than 98.8% of high schools in Louisiana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 97. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Benjamin Franklin High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (37.8%), African American (30.3%), Asian (19.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 33.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin High School is 15.5. (See more...)

Compare Benjamin Franklin High School employs 66.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Benjamin Franklin High School is $12,117.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Benjamin Franklin High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Benjamin Franklin High School 4^th of 333 Louisiana public high schools. (See Benjamin Franklin High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Male students:

African American students:

Benjamin Franklin High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Benjamin Franklin High School 2^nd of 122 Louisiana school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Benjamin Franklin High School

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Rank History for all students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2019	94.91	7^th	313	97.8%
2021	96.83	3^rd	322	99.1%
2022	96.73	1^st	326	99.7%
2024	97.00	4^th	333	98.8%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	91.22	3^rd	30	90.0%
2022	95.89	1^st	47	97.9%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2021	97.83	2^nd	285	99.3%
2022	98.04	2^nd	322	99.4%
2023	97.52	3^rd	321	99.1%
2024	99.24	1^st	328	99.7%

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Rank History for Female students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2019	94.92	3^rd	292	99.0%
2022	94.96	3^rd	311	99.0%
2024	97.82	1^st	308	99.7%

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Rank History for Male students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2019	94.16	8^th	291	97.3%
2022	97.78	1^st	301	99.7%
2023	96.66	3^rd	306	99.0%
2024	96.85	3^rd	315	99.0%

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Rank History for Asian students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2019	83.36	2^nd	20	90.0%
2021	83.98	2^nd	22	90.9%
2022	86.00	1^st	20	95.0%

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Rank History for African American students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2021	99.79	1^st	243	99.6%
2022	99.81	1^st	256	99.6%
2023	98.83	5^th	252	98.0%
2024	99.75	1^st	260	99.6%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2019	94.76	3^rd	78	96.2%
2021	97.46	3^rd	92	96.7%
2022	96.96	4^th	103	96.1%
2023	95.99	2^nd	107	98.1%

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Rank History for White students at Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	LA State Percentile
2021	95.01	4^th	245	98.4%
2022	93.84	5^th	250	98.0%
2023	95.72	3^rd	249	98.8%

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Data source: test scores: Louisiana Dept of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Louisiana Dept of Education

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Enrollment information for Benjamin Franklin High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2018	368	293	164	66	3	0	76	970
2019	371	296	190	55	8	1	74	995
2020	355	293	201	73	5	2	68	997
2021	358	301	201	85	6	1	65	1017
2022	355	303	205	91	4	0	50	1008
2023	391	313	197	90	4	1	38	1034

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Benjamin Franklin High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	970	51.8	18.7	24.4
2019	995	49.5	20.1	25.1
2020	997	50.1	19.9	25.7
2021	1017	52.3	19.4	24.2
2022	1008	57.7	17.4	20.7
2023	1034	66.4	15.5	33.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Benjamin Franklin High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	970	51.8	18.7	24.4
2019	995	49.5	20.1	25.1
2020	997	50.1	19.9	25.7
2021	1017	52.3	19.4	24.2
2022	1008	57.7	17.4	20.7
2023	1034	66.4	15.5	33.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Benjamin Franklin High School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2018	$10,997
2019	$11,202
2020	$10,799
2021	$11,276
2022	$12,117

Data source: Louisiana Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Benjamin Franklin High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 7^th of 313 High schools	Ranks 1^st of 326 High schools	1.9%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
End of Course Algebra I (Benjamin Franklin High School)	100	100
End of Course Algebra I (Louisiana)	67	58	9%
End of Course Geometry (Benjamin Franklin High School)	99	99
End of Course Geometry (Louisiana)	68	61	7%
End of Course U.S. History (Benjamin Franklin High School)	100	99	1%
End of Course U.S. History (Louisiana)	59	54	5%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	995	1034	3.9%
African American	296	313	5.7%
American Indian	8	4	50%
Asian	190	197	3.7%
Hispanic	55	90	63.6%
Pacific Islander	1	1
White	371	391	5.4%
Two or More Races	74	38	48.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	25.1%	33.2%	8%

Schools Near Benjamin Franklin High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				LEAP Algebra I (2024)	LEAP Geometry (2024)	LEAP English II (2024)	LEAP U.S. History (2024)	LEAP English I (2024)	LEAP Biology (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	LEAP Algebra I End of Course	LEAP Geometry End of Course	LEAP English II End of Course	LEAP U.S. History End of Course	LEAP English I End of Course	LEAP Biology End of Course	Total
Benjamin Franklin High School	Public, Charter	9-12	2001 Leon C Simon Drive	New Orleans	70122	Orleans Parish	Benjamin Franklin High School	Yes	No	No	No	(504) 286-2600	1,034	66	15.5	33.2%	391 (37.8%)	313 (30.3%)	90 (8.7%)	197 (19.1%)	4 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	38 (3.7%)	97	4^th of 333 public high schools	98.8%					(n/a)		99.0		100.0		100.0	$12,117
John F. Kennedy High School	Public, Charter	9-12	6026 Paris Avenue	New Orleans	70122	Orleans Parish	John F. Kennedy High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 335-1935	584	58	10.0	83.9%	3 (0.5%)	522 (89.4%)	45 (7.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.5%)	10 (1.7%)								(n/a)
The NET 2 Charter High School	Public, Charter	8-12	6601 Franklin Ave	New Orleans	70122	Orleans Parish	The NET2 High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 267-9765	244	11	22.3	77.5%	7 (2.9%)	209 (85.7%)	22 (9.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (2.0%)								(n/a)
Rooted School	Public, Charter	9-12	6701 Press Drive	New Orleans	70122	Orleans Parish	Rooted School	Yes	No	No	(n/a)	(504) 383-4654	154	0	14.1	26.6%	11 (7.1%)	113 (73.4%)	28 (18.2%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)								(n/a)
McDonogh 35 Senior High School	Public, Charter	9-12	4000 Cadillac St.	New Orleans	70122	Orleans Parish	McDonogh 35 Senior High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 324-7600	859	48	17.8	80.6%	3 (0.3%)	820 (95.5%)	30 (3.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (0.7%)	33.2	224^th of 333 public high schools	32.7%					(n/a)	71.0	39.0	53.0	39.0	53.0	53.0	$16,503
G W Carver High School	Public, Charter	9-12	3059 Higgins Blvd	New Orleans	70126	Orleans Parish	G W Carver Collegiate Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 308-3660	768	52	14.6	89.6%	5 (0.7%)	672 (87.5%)	85 (11.1%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.7%)								(n/a)
New Harmony High Institute	Public, Charter	9-12	3368 Esplanade	New Orleans	70119	Orleans Parish	New Harmony High Institute	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 612-7869	369	31	11.9	42.0%	101 (27.4%)	185 (50.1%)	74 (20.1%)	5 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.1%)	26.2	251^st of 333 public high schools	24.6%		41.3	198^th of 321 public high schools	38.3%	53	30.0		51.0	56.0	40.0	51.0	$17,971
Livingston Collegiate Academy	Public, Charter	9-12	7301 Dwyer Road	New Orleans	70126	Orleans Parish	Livingston Collegiate Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 503-0004	607	39	15.5	85.7%	3 (0.5%)	504 (83.0%)	87 (14.3%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (1.6%)								(n/a)
Warren Easton Charter High School	Public, Charter	9-12	3019 Canal Street	New Orleans	70119	Orleans Parish	Warren Easton Charter Foundation Inc.	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 324-7400	1,112	69	16.1	46.0%	2 (0.2%)	1,084 (97.5%)	23 (2.1%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	46.1	186^th of 333 public high schools	44.1%		44.8	189^th of 321 public high schools	41.1%	3	62.0	38.0	55.0	65.0	64.0	63.0	$16,436
New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School	Public, Charter	9-12	2011 Bienville St.	New Orleans	70112	Orleans Parish	New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(504) 324-7061	579	40	14.4	85.3%	21 (3.6%)	412 (71.2%)	108 (18.7%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (6.2%)	27.5	245^th of 333 public high schools	26.4%		22.5	250^th of 321 public high schools	22.1%	5	36.0	41.0	60.0	44.0	48.0	52.0

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Yes! Benjamin Franklin High School is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 4^th of 333 Louisiana high schools.

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What is the racial makeup of Benjamin Franklin High School?

Students at Benjamin Franklin High School are 38% White, 30% African American, 19% Asian, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races.

How many students attend Benjamin Franklin High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,034 students attended Benjamin Franklin High School.

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