BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 511 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 40 teachers, BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 500 Parkhurst Blvd in Buffalo, NY, is a prominent institution within the Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. As part of a larger district framework, the school aims to cultivate an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to engage with a diverse curriculum supported by dedicated faculty and staff.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Ben Franklin Elementary is integrated into the broader Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda educational system, which prioritizes technological integration, student wellness, and community involvement. The school serves as a hub for elementary-age learners in the area, striving to prepare them for middle school transitions by fostering essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. Prospective parents and community members can learn more about specific programs, school calendars, and district resources by visiting their official website at http://www.ktufsd.org.

For more information, contact BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (716) 874-8415 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 PARKHURST BLVD
BUFFALO, NY 14223-2199
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BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BUFFALO, NY with about 511 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
511
Teachers:
40.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th 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 511 students

White
63.2%
Black or African American
13.5%
Hispanic/Latino
11.4%
Two or more races
6.1%
Asian
4.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

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.