Serving 616 students in grades 5-7, Ben Franklin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Franklin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ben Franklin Middle School's student population of 616 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Ben Franklin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Franklin Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3072 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Franklin Middle School's ranking?
Ben Franklin Middle School is ranked #3072 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ben Franklin Middle School?
616 students attend Ben Franklin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ben Franklin Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Franklin Middle School?
Ben Franklin Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ben Franklin Middle School offer ?
Ben Franklin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ben Franklin Middle School part of?
Ben Franklin Middle School is part of Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Franklin Middle School located?
Ben Franklin Middle School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
School Reviews
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