Benjamin Franklin Elementary

franklin.vansd.org

325 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Benjamin Franklin Elementary, located in the historic neighborhood of Vancouver, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of the Vancouver Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By integrating traditional curriculum with modern instructional practices, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in a rapidly changing world.

The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement, often serving as a hub for local families and fostering partnerships that extend beyond the classroom. With a focus on cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and character, Benjamin Franklin Elementary strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Through its active school programs and dedicated staff, the institution maintains a focus on student-centered learning, ensuring that each child has the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.

325

Total Students

21.2

Full-Time Teachers

15.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

25.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	151
Hispanic	36
Black	2
Asian	58
Two or More	78

White
151 (46.5%)
Two or More
78 (24.0%)
Asian
58 (17.8%)
Hispanic
36 (11.1%)
Black
2 (0.6%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Vancouver School District
Phone:	(360)313-1850
Website:	http://franklin.vansd.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	325
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	55
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	28

* 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

Kindergarten 61

Grade 1 49

Grade 2 52

Grade 3 55

Grade 4 55

Grade 5 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	61
Grade 1	49
Grade 2	52
Grade 3	55
Grade 4	55
Grade 5	53

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	185	56.9%
Male	140	43.1%

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