BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Benjamin Franklin Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vigo County School Corp school district, located in Terre Haute, IN with about 292 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Benjamin Franklin Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, located on Dr. Iverson C. Bell Lane in Terre Haute, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Vigo County School Corporation. The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for elementary-aged students. By focusing on core academic subjects alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while fostering a sense of community and civic responsibility consistent with its namesake.

Beyond the classroom, Benjamin Franklin Elementary typically engages with the surrounding Terre Haute neighborhood through various school activities and community initiatives. Like many schools in the district, it emphasizes a partnership between parents, educators, and the local community to support student growth. The school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, supported by a staff dedicated to the educational success and well-being of their diverse student body.

For more information, contact Benjamin Franklin Elem School at (812) 462-4441 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.