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Ben Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Lawrence Township Public School District
2939 PRINCETON PIKE, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,963 of 2,466
In Lawrenceville
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Lawrence Township Public School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Ben Franklin Elementary
Ben Franklin Elementary is a public elementary school in Lawrenceville, NJ, part of Lawrence Township Public School District. Ben Franklin Elementary serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,963 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Franklin Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Ben Franklin Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Ben Franklin Elementary — Students at Ben Franklin Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ 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: 2.9/10.
How Ben Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Ben Franklin 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
2939 PRINCETON PIKE, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Franklin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAPIN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Princeton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eldridge Park School (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William L Antheil Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Ewing), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrenceville, see our Lawrenceville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,036
Median Home Value
$395,400
Median Rent
$1,953/mo
Population
31,142
College Educated
60.1%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Franklin Elementary
What grades does Ben Franklin Elementary serve?
Ben Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Ben Franklin Elementary?
Ben Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Elementary is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Franklin Elementary rank in NJ?
Ben Franklin Elementary ranks #1,963 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ben Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Franklin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Ben Franklin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Franklin Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ben Franklin Elementary a charter school?
No, Ben Franklin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Franklin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ben Franklin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Franklin Elementary?
16.6% of students at Ben Franklin 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
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (609) 671-5540
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,758
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,969
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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