School Overview
Benjamin Franklin Senior High School, located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a historic public institution serving the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Established in 1916, the school has long served as a focal point for the local community, offering a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is known for its traditional architectural character and its commitment to providing diverse academic pathways, including various elective programs and extracurricular activities that cater to a wide range of student interests.

As part of the LAUSD, Franklin Senior High emphasizes core academic standards while fostering a supportive environment aimed at student achievement. The school serves a vibrant, multicultural population, reflecting the demographic diversity of Northeast Los Angeles. Beyond the standard classroom experience, the institution provides resources for student development, athletics, and college readiness, aiming to cultivate well-rounded graduates capable of meeting the challenges of a global society. Its long-standing presence in the community makes it a significant landmark for academic and social growth in the Highland Park area.
1,284
Total Students
71.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Benjamin Franklin Senior High
Demographic Student Count
White53
Hispanic1,162
Black15
Asian35
Two or More13
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    1,162 (90.5%)
  • White
    53 (4.1%)
  • Asian
    35 (2.7%)
  • Black
    15 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    13 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)550-2000
Website: http://www.franklinhs.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 1,284
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 71.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,062
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 60
Grades Taught
Grade 6 25
Grade 7 35
Grade 8 40
Grade 9 357
Grade 10 265
Grade 11 289
Grade 12 273

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Benjamin Franklin Senior High
Grade Student Count
Grade 625
Grade 735
Grade 840
Grade 9357
Grade 10265
Grade 11289
Grade 12273
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Benjamin Franklin Senior High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female58945.9%
Male69554.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)