Ben Franklin School serves 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Minority enrollment was 93% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
28 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
78%
14%
White
7%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harrisburg City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ben Franklin School?
304 students attend Ben Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ben Franklin School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Ben Franklin School offer ?
Ben Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ben Franklin School part of?
Ben Franklin School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
