Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science

1116 Jefferson Ave
New Orleans, LA 70115

Charter School 739 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Benjamin Franklin Elementary Mathematics and Science School (Bricolage Academy/Benjamin Franklin) is a highly-regarded, selective-admissions public school located in the Gentilly neighborhood of New Orleans. Known for its rigorous academic culture, the school focuses on a STEM-integrated curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, logical reasoning, and advanced mathematics. It consistently ranks as one of the top-performing schools in the state, drawing students from across the city who demonstrate high aptitude and a strong interest in science and technology fields.

Because it operates as a selective-admissions school, Benjamin Franklin is distinct from many neighborhood-based charters, requiring students to meet specific academic criteria for enrollment. The school environment is structured and competitive, preparing students for the transition to elite secondary programs. With its centralized focus on inquiry-based learning and high standardized test performance, the institution remains a primary destination for families seeking a fast-paced, preparatory educational experience in the New Orleans public school system.

739

Total Students

56.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

97.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Benjamin Franklin Elem. Math and Science
Demographic	Student Count
White	13
Hispanic	21
Black	688
Asian	5
Two or More	10
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Black
688 (93.1%)
Hispanic
21 (2.8%)
White
13 (1.8%)
Two or More
10 (1.4%)
Asian
5 (0.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Orleans Parish
Phone:	(504)304-3932
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	739
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	669
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	49

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 18

Kindergarten 80

Grade 1 79

Grade 2 79

Grade 3 84

Grade 4 75

Grade 5 81

Grade 6 79

Grade 7 85

Grade 8 79