Very Good
#1757 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Benjamin Franklin Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
820 North Avenue 54, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Enrollment
1,350
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,350
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,757 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#151 of 563
public schools
In district
#187 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Benjamin Franklin Senior High
Benjamin Franklin Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Benjamin Franklin Senior High serves approximately 1,350 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Franklin Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Franklin Senior High show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Benjamin Franklin Senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Benjamin Franklin Senior High — Students at Benjamin Franklin Senior High score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Benjamin Franklin Senior High Compares
See how Benjamin Franklin Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
820 North Avenue 54, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Franklin Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Eagle Rock High (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Los Angeles College Prep Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Academia Avance Charter (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,401
Median Home Value
$940,600
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
58,344
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Franklin Senior High
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Senior High serve?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Senior High?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Senior High is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Franklin Senior High rank in CA?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High ranks #1,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Benjamin Franklin Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Franklin Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Benjamin Franklin Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Franklin Senior High has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Benjamin Franklin Senior High a charter school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Franklin Senior High a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Franklin Senior High?
86.0% of students at Benjamin Franklin Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (323) 550-2000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #187 of 769
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