Needs Improvement
#783 of 842 schools in PR
Benjamin Franklin
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 358, Coamo, PR 00769
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#783 of 842
In Coamo
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#783 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin is a public middle school in Coamo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Benjamin Franklin serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Franklin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #783 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Franklin show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Benjamin Franklin is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Benjamin Franklin sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at Benjamin Franklin 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 — Students at Benjamin Franklin score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Benjamin Franklin Compares
See how Benjamin Franklin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 358, Coamo, PR 00769
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Franklin may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FLORENCIO SANTIAGO (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMINIO W. SANTAELLA (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coamo, see our Coamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PURIFICACION RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| RAMON JOSE DAVILA Coamo | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE M ESPADA ZAYAS Coamo | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSE FELIPE ZAYAS Coamo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HERMINIO W. SANTAELLA Coamo | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SUSANA RIVERA Coamo | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ROMAN COLON CORREA Coamo | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 7.2 mi | 6.2 |
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel | 7.7 mi | 8.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito | 7.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PASTO Aibonito | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,514
Median Home Value
$103,600
Median Rent
$518/mo
Population
33,953
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce, PR | 3.5 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa, PR | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Franklin
What grades does Benjamin Franklin serve?
Benjamin Franklin serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin?
Benjamin Franklin has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Franklin rank in PR?
Benjamin Franklin ranks #783 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Benjamin Franklin's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Franklin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Franklin has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Benjamin Franklin a charter school?
No, Benjamin Franklin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Franklin a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Franklin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Franklin?
90.4% of students at Benjamin Franklin 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
- Walk Score
- 75 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Coamo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (787) 825-1284
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #783 of 842
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