Below Average
#2277 of 2,846 schools in PA
Benjamin Franklin Sch
Elementary School · Harrisburg City SD
1205 N 6th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,277 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#24 of 40
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Harrisburg City SD
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Benjamin Franklin Sch
Benjamin Franklin Sch is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Harrisburg City SD. Benjamin Franklin Sch serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Franklin Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,277 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Franklin Sch show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Benjamin Franklin Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at Benjamin Franklin Sch 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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Benjamin Franklin Sch — Students at Benjamin Franklin Sch score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA 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: 7.4/10.
How Benjamin Franklin Sch Compares
See how Benjamin Franklin Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1205 N 6th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Franklin Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS Harrisburg | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Downey Sch Harrisburg | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Cougar Academy Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSHUA LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Camp Curtin Academy Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Rowland Academy Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Washington Heights El Sch Lemoyne | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Scott Sch Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | — |
| Foose Sch Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,499
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
26,401
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Franklin Sch
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Sch serve?
Benjamin Franklin Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Sch?
Benjamin Franklin Sch has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Sch is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Franklin Sch rank in PA?
Benjamin Franklin Sch ranks #2,277 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Benjamin Franklin Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Franklin Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Franklin Sch has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Benjamin Franklin Sch a charter school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Franklin Sch a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Franklin Sch?
100.0% of students at Benjamin Franklin Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (717) 703-1200
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,395
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,239
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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