Below Average
#2293 of 2,846 schools in PA
Franklin Benjamin Sch
Elementary School · Philadelphia City SD
5735 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,293 of 2,846
In Philadelphia
#153 of 300
public schools
In district
#111 of 218
Philadelphia City SD
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Franklin Benjamin Sch
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Benjamin Sch
Franklin Benjamin Sch is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, PA, part of Philadelphia City SD. Franklin Benjamin Sch serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Benjamin Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,293 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Benjamin Sch show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Franklin Benjamin 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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Franklin Benjamin Sch — Students at Franklin Benjamin Sch score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 42 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: 5.7/10.
How Franklin Benjamin Sch Compares
See how Franklin Benjamin Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5735 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Benjamin Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Universal Creighton CS (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cheltenham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Finletter Thomas K Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Grover Jr Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Cheltenham El Sch Cheltenham | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Olney El Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Olney HS Philadephia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Northwood Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Lowell James R Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,993
Median Home Value
$143,500
Median Rent
$1,186/mo
Population
68,078
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
35
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| Crestview El Sch Carlisle, PA | 4.6 |
| Devers Sch York, PA | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Benjamin Sch
What grades does Franklin Benjamin Sch serve?
Franklin Benjamin Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Franklin Benjamin Sch?
Franklin Benjamin Sch has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Benjamin Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Benjamin Sch is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Benjamin Sch rank in PA?
Franklin Benjamin Sch ranks #2,293 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Franklin Benjamin Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Benjamin 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 Franklin Benjamin Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Benjamin Sch has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Franklin Benjamin Sch a charter school?
No, Franklin Benjamin Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Benjamin Sch a Title I school?
No, Franklin Benjamin Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Benjamin Sch?
100.5% of students at Franklin Benjamin 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (215) 400-3760
Resources & Links
District
Philadelphia City SD- District Enrollment
- 117,907
- Schools in District
- 220
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,897
- District Rank
- #111 of 218
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