Franklin Benjamin HS
466 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia, is a long-standing public institution situated in the heart of the city's central corridor. Historically known as one of Philadelphia’s traditional neighborhood high schools, it serves a diverse student population and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths. The school’s location on Broad Street places it near major city landmarks, providing students with access to the urban resources and cultural opportunities inherent to Philadelphia’s downtown area.
In recent years, the school has undergone significant organizational and structural changes as part of the School District of Philadelphia’s broader efforts to improve academic outcomes and campus culture. The administration focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment while addressing the unique needs of its student body through various extracurricular programs, athletic teams, and community partnerships. By emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional development, Benjamin Franklin High School strives to be a pillar of stability and opportunity for the students residing in its North Philadelphia catchment area.
In recent years, the school has undergone significant organizational and structural changes as part of the School District of Philadelphia’s broader efforts to improve academic outcomes and campus culture. The administration focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment while addressing the unique needs of its student body through various extracurricular programs, athletic teams, and community partnerships. By emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional development, Benjamin Franklin High School strives to be a pillar of stability and opportunity for the students residing in its North Philadelphia catchment area.
466
Total Students
42.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 93 |
| Black | 328 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Two or More | 19 |
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Black328 (70.4 %)
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Hispanic93 (20.0 %)
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Two or More19 (4.1 %)
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Asian16 (3.4 %)
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White10 (2.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Philadelphia City SD |
| Phone: | (215)400-7600 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 466 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 42.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
116
Grade 10
160
Grade 11
95
Grade 12
95
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 116 |
| Grade 10 | 160 |
| Grade 11 | 95 |
| Grade 12 | 95 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 188 | 40.3% |
| Male | 278 | 59.7% |
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