Franklin Benjamin HS

School Overview
Benjamin Franklin High School, located at 550 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia, is a long-standing public institution situated in the heart of the city's central corridor. Historically known as one of Philadelphia’s traditional neighborhood high schools, it serves a diverse student population and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths. The school’s location on Broad Street places it near major city landmarks, providing students with access to the urban resources and cultural opportunities inherent to Philadelphia’s downtown area.

In recent years, the school has undergone significant organizational and structural changes as part of the School District of Philadelphia’s broader efforts to improve academic outcomes and campus culture. The administration focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment while addressing the unique needs of its student body through various extracurricular programs, athletic teams, and community partnerships. By emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional development, Benjamin Franklin High School strives to be a pillar of stability and opportunity for the students residing in its North Philadelphia catchment area.
570
Total Students
40.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Franklin Benjamin HS
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic110
Black406
Asian22
Two or More21
American Indian1
  • Black
    406 (71.2%)
  • Hispanic
    110 (19.3%)
  • Asian
    22 (3.9%)
  • Two or More
    21 (3.7%)
  • White
    10 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Philadelphia City SD
Phone: (215)400-7600
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 570
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 147
Grade 10 141
Grade 11 118
Grade 12 164

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Franklin Benjamin HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9147
Grade 10141
Grade 11118
Grade 12164
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Franklin Benjamin HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26045.6%
Male31054.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)