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#4403 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ben Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School · KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 PARKHURST BLVD, Buffalo, NY 14223
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,403 of 4,742
In Buffalo
#70 of 85
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Ben Franklin Elementary School
Ben Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Buffalo, NY, part of KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ben Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,403 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Franklin Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Ben Franklin Elementary School — Students at Ben Franklin Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 2.1/10.
How Ben Franklin Elementary School Compares
See how Ben Franklin Elementary 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
500 PARKHURST BLVD, Buffalo, NY 14223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BENEDICT SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| KENMORE EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| THOMAS A EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Amherst | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,528
Median Home Value
$202,200
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
22,363
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 3.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 3.7 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.7 |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 3.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
| BURTON STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cazenovia, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Franklin Elementary School
What grades does Ben Franklin Elementary School serve?
Ben Franklin Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Ben Franklin Elementary School?
Ben Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Franklin Elementary School is 10:1. 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 School rank in NY?
Ben Franklin Elementary School ranks #4,403 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ben Franklin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Franklin Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ben Franklin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ben Franklin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Franklin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ben Franklin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Franklin Elementary School?
56.7% of students at Ben Franklin Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (716) 874-8415
Resources & Links
District
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,486
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,097
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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