Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13's student population of 392 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2023 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
75%
35%
Black
20%
14%
White
5%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Franklin School No. 13's ranking?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 is ranked #2023 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 often compared to?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13is often viewed alongside schools like Christopher Columbus School No. 15, Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Franklin School No. 13?
392 students attend Benjamin Franklin School No. 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Franklin School No. 13?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 offer ?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 part of?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 is part of Elizabeth School District.
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