BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEM. MATH AND SCIENCE

Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Orleans Parish school district, located in New Orleans, LA with about 766 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Mathematics and Science School (Bricolage Academy/Benjamin Franklin) is a highly-regarded, selective-admissions public school located in the Gentilly neighborhood of New Orleans. Known for its rigorous academic culture, the school focuses on a STEM-integrated curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, logical reasoning, and advanced mathematics. It consistently ranks as one of the top-performing schools in the state, drawing students from across the city who demonstrate high aptitude and a strong interest in science and technology fields.

Because it operates as a selective-admissions school, Benjamin Franklin is distinct from many neighborhood-based charters, requiring students to meet specific academic criteria for enrollment. The school environment is structured and competitive, preparing students for the transition to elite secondary programs. With its centralized focus on inquiry-based learning and high standardized test performance, the institution remains a primary destination for families seeking a fast-paced, preparatory educational experience in the New Orleans public school system.

For more information, contact Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science at (504) 304-3932 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6101 Chatham Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70122
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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEM. MATH AND SCIENCE is a public Title I school in New Orleans, LA with about 766 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Orleans Parish
Total Students:
766
Teachers:
38.93
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 766 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEM. MATH AND SCIENCE is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 93% of the student body.

Black or African American
93.0%
White
3.5%
Hispanic/Latino
1.8%
Two or more races
0.7%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.