Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center (Ranked Bottom 50% for 2025)

Home > Florida > Miami-dade County > Miami

Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center

13100 Nw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33168

( shown in map)

Bottom 50%

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 is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving 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 Stats (2025)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 540 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 99%
: Bottom 50% in FL
: 40% (Btm 50%)
: 37% (Btm 50%)
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

<�鶹��ý class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category

Attribute

Most improved public schools

Most improved public schools (Top 20%)

Percent Eligible For Free Lunch

Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%)

<�鶹��ý class='so-dt-title' id="overview">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 grown by 9% over five school years.

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Total Students

540 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

This chart displays the total teachers of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Students by Grade

This chart displays the students of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center by grade.

School Calendar

<�鶹��ý class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings

Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).

The 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.

This School

State Level (FL)

#2737 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)

This chart displays the overall school rank of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

40%

52%

This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

37%

52%

This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

40-44%

52%

This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Student : Teacher Ratio

16:1

17:1

This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the public school average student teacher ratio of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

American Indian

n/a

Asian

n/a

Hispanic

22%

37%

This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Black

77%

21%

This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the percentage of Black public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

White

35%

Hawaiian

n/a

Two or more races

n/a

All Ethnic Groups

0.36

0.70

This chart displays the diversity score of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Participates in the

Yes

Eligible for

66%

47%

Eligible for

School Statewide Testing

School District Name

Miami-Dade School District

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

<�鶹��ý class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center's ranking?

Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center is ranked #2737 out of 3,704 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?

40% 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

What school district is Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center part of?

Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.

School Reviews
Review Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
I am a:
Name or Alias:
Your review:
Rate this school:

�鶹��ý Articles

January 15, 2025

Demystifying IEPs

Unlock the power of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in this comprehensive guide. Discover how IEPs support students with diverse needs, including behavioral challenges. This article is a must-read for parents navigating the education system and aspiring teachers seeking to make a positive impact.

January 15, 2025

Unlocking Academic Excellence: A Guide to Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

Discover how AP courses empower students to pursue college-level studies, earn college credits, and stand out in the competitive admissions landscape.

December 16, 2024

Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education for the 21st Century

Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 540 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 99%
: Bottom 50%
: 40% (Btm 50%)
: 37% (Btm 50%)
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education