Excellent
#98 of 2,089 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Elementary School · Vancouver School District
5206 FRANKLIN ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
About Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Benjamin Franklin Elementary serves 315 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Vancouver, Washington. This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.7 to 1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #428 out of 2,261 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among Washington schools.
In English Language Arts and Reading, 62% of students across all grade levels score proficient or above, indicating steady literacy development. Benjamin Franklin Elementary is situated in the 98663 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $77,518 and the median home value is $396,200. The surrounding neighborhood shows economic stability with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.2%.
About one-third of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a community that values education. The school operates within Clark County's Vancouver community, providing elementary education in a mid-size city environment that combines suburban residential character with access to urban amenities and resources.
Score Breakdown
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Benjamin Franklin Elementary — Students at Benjamin Franklin Elementary score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from WA 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: 9.1/10.
How Benjamin Franklin Elementary Compares
See how Benjamin Franklin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 65.5% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 61.2% (2024).
Location
5206 FRANKLIN ST, Vancouver, WA 98663
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary School VANCOUVER | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Hazel Dell Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Discovery Middle School VANCOUVER | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Vancouver School of Arts and Academics VANCOUVER | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Fruit Valley Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Jason Lee Middle School VANCOUVER | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Hough Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary VANCOUVER | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Clark County Juvenile Detention School Vancouver | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Washington Elementary VANCOUVER | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lake Shore Elementary VANCOUVER | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbia River High VANCOUVER | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Minnehaha Elementary School VANCOUVER | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Hudson's Bay High School VANCOUVER | 2.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School VANCOUVER | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Gate Work Study Program VANCOUVER | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Sarah J Anderson Elementary VANCOUVER | 2.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Jim Tangeman Center VANCOUVER | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Harry S Truman Elementary School VANCOUVER | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington State School for the Deaf Vancouver | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 98663 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,518
Median Home Value
$396,200
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
15,365
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Franklin Elementary
What grades does Benjamin Franklin Elementary serve?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin Elementary?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Franklin Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Franklin Elementary rank in WA?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary is ranked #98 out of 2,089 schools in WA.
What is Benjamin Franklin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Franklin Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Benjamin Franklin Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Benjamin Franklin Elementary has 64.8% math proficiency and 61.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Benjamin Franklin Elementary a charter school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Franklin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Franklin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Franklin Elementary?
20.6% of students at Benjamin Franklin Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 315
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Clark County
- Phone
- (360) 313-1850
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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