Excellent
#405 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 16% in state
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Middle School · Teaneck School District
1315 TAFT ROAD, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#405 of 2,466
In Teaneck
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Teaneck School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is a public middle school in Teaneck, NJ, part of Teaneck School District. Benjamin Franklin Middle School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Franklin Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Benjamin Franklin Middle School 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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Benjamin Franklin Middle School — Students at Benjamin Franklin Middle School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Benjamin Franklin Middle School Compares
See how Benjamin Franklin Middle School 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
1315 TAFT ROAD, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Franklin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas Jefferson Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Teaneck, see our Teaneck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,311
Median Home Value
$496,400
Median Rent
$1,850/mo
Population
41,499
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Franklin Middle School
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Middle School serve?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Franklin Middle School rank in NJ?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks #405 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Benjamin Franklin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Franklin Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Benjamin Franklin Middle School a charter school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Franklin Middle School a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Franklin Middle School?
50.9% of students at Benjamin Franklin Middle School 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (201) 833-5451
Resources & Links
District
Teaneck School District- District Enrollment
- 3,805
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,689
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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