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#140 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 32% of private schools

Ben Franklin Academy

High School

1585 CLIFTON ROAD, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Private

Enrollment

94

Student-Teacher

4.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#140 of 433

In Atlanta

#27 of 61

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Ben Franklin Academy

6.9/10

High School in Atlanta · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ben Franklin Academy

Ben Franklin Academy is a private high school in Atlanta, GA. Ben Franklin Academy serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Franklin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares0.8 pts above GA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, Ben Franklin Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Ben Franklin Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ben Franklin Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ben Franklin Academy compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Atlanta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.6:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
94
This School
vs
1,119
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.9% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 5.3% vs 0%
Ben Franklin Academy Atlanta Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Ben Franklin Academy (this school) 6.9
Druid Hills High School 6.2
UHS of Laurel Heights 6.1
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School 4.3
Hillside Conant School 6.1
Midtown High School 8.3
Charles Drew Charter JA/SR Academy 8.8
Lakeside High School 5.8
Maynard Jackson High School 7.9
Atlanta Classical Academy 8.3
Genesis Innovation Academy for Girls 6.8
Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys 6.7
Booker T. Washington High School 4.8
McNair High School 3.6
Carver High School Early College 6.3
Carver High School 6.1
Metro Regional Youth Detention Center
Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School 6.4
North Atlanta High School 8.2
Frederick Douglass High School 5.0
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy 7.8

Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Atlanta

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in GA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 94
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in GA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.9%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 5.3%
Asian 5.3%
Two or More 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1585 CLIFTON ROAD, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ben Franklin Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Druid Hills High School (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Druid Hills High School Atlanta 0.6 mi 6.2
GLENN SCHOOL Atlanta 0.7 mi
TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 1.0 mi 5.4
TEMIMA, THE RICHARD AND JEAN KATZ HIGH SCHOOL FOR Atlanta 1.2 mi 6.6
Briar Vista Elementary School Atlanta 1.1 mi 7.9
Fernbank Elementary School Atlanta 1.5 mi 7.8
Westchester Elementary School Decatur 1.5 mi 9.6
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.9
Kittredge Magnet School Atlanta 1.9 mi 8.7
MIDTOWN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 1.9 mi 8.6
UHS of Laurel Heights Atlanta 1.8 mi 6.1
Morningside Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 9.3
LAUREL HEIGHTS ACADEMY (HOSPITAL) Atlanta 1.8 mi 6.8
PAIDEIA SCHOOL Atlanta 2.0 mi 6.3
Margaret Harris Comprehensive School Atlanta 2.1 mi 4.3
CLIFF VALLEY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 8.4
ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur 2.1 mi 6.2
Clairemont Elementary School Decatur 2.0 mi 7.7
ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.2 mi 7.6
THRESHOLD COMMUNITY PROGRAM Decatur 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30329 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,968

Median Home Value

$483,700

Median Rent

$1,748/mo

Population

27,022

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

27.3%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

30.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL OF ATLANTA Atlanta, GA 6.9
BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY Atlanta, GA 6.8
Stewart County High School Lumpkin, GA 6.8
Webster County High School Preston, GA 7.1
WILLIAM & REED ACADEMY Johns Creek, GA 6.7
ACADEME OF THE OAKS Decatur, GA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ben Franklin Academy

What grades does Ben Franklin Academy serve?

Ben Franklin Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ben Franklin Academy?

Ben Franklin Academy has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Academy is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ben Franklin Academy rank in GA?

Ben Franklin Academy ranks #140 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Ben Franklin Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ben Franklin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ben Franklin Academy a private school?

Yes, Ben Franklin Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ben Franklin Academy a religious school?

No, Ben Franklin Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
94
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
DeKalb County

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