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Franklin (benjamin) Elementary
Elementary School · Anaheim Elementary
521 West Water St., Anaheim, CA 92805
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,878 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#46 of 65
public schools
In district
#11 of 24
Anaheim Elementary
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Franklin (benjamin) Elementary
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About Franklin (benjamin) Elementary
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary is a public elementary school in Anaheim, CA, part of Anaheim Elementary. Franklin (benjamin) Elementary serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin (benjamin) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin (benjamin) Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Franklin (benjamin) Elementary 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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Franklin (benjamin) Elementary — Students at Franklin (benjamin) Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Franklin (benjamin) Elementary Compares
See how Franklin (benjamin) Elementary 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
521 West Water St., Anaheim, CA 92805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin (benjamin) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CATHERINE'S ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loara Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guide Academy/American School Academy Anaheim | 0.4 mi | — |
| GUIDE ACADEMY Anaheim | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Anaheim High Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST CATHERINE'S ACADEMY Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Orange Grove Elementary Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| EPIC Charter (Excellence Performance Innovation Citizenship) Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Anaheim | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ross (Betsy) Elementary Anaheim | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Olive Street Elementary Anaheim | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairmont Schools, Historic Anaheim Campus Anaheim | 1.0 mi | — |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Ball Junior High Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Loara Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Zion Lutheran Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mann (Horace) Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Westmont Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Price (Adelaide) Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,623
Median Home Value
$667,400
Median Rent
$2,045/mo
Population
74,336
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
33.5
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| Alicia Reyes Elementary Merced, CA | 5.2 |
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| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville, CA | 5.2 |
| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 5.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland, CA | 5.2 |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin (benjamin) Elementary
What grades does Franklin (benjamin) Elementary serve?
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Franklin (benjamin) Elementary?
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin (benjamin) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin (benjamin) Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin (benjamin) Elementary rank in CA?
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary ranks #6,878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Franklin (benjamin) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin (benjamin) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Franklin (benjamin) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin (benjamin) Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Franklin (benjamin) Elementary a charter school?
No, Franklin (benjamin) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin (benjamin) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Franklin (benjamin) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin (benjamin) Elementary?
76.0% of students at Franklin (benjamin) Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (714) 517-8905
Resources & Links
District
Anaheim Elementary- District Enrollment
- 14,261
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,172
- District Rank
- #11 of 24
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