Located almost equidistant between the Houston Ship Channel and the University of Houston is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, one of Magnolia Park’s four elementary schools serving students from pre-K through fifth grade. About 530 students attend this Houston Independent School District campus dedicated to the legacy of one of America’s most important statesmen.
Franklin Elementary is on a mission to “enhance students’ lives in a way that prepares them to become lifelong learners and productive citizens.” Although the campus earned a “D” rating from the Texas Education Agency in the most recent rankings, work is being done at Franklin Elementary to bolster students’ success. Programs like National Junior Honor Society and a Folklórico dance team provide avenues for students to get involved inside and outside of the classroom.
In the 2020-2021 school year, Franklin Elementary was recognized as a Gold Certified Family Friendly School, signifying the principal, teachers, faculty and staff’s resolve to partner with community members to promote each student’s achievement. Overall, this Canal Street campus prides itself on its ability to attract and retain top teacher talent while remaining rooted in the community it calls home.
Franklin Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
7101 Canal St,
Houston, TX
Houston Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr Wilfredo Montanez
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
60%
Reading Proficiency
56%
Niche Grade
B-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
56%
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Math Proficiency
60%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
17
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Full Time Teachers
17
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Teachers in First or Second Year
23.1%
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GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Female
52.1%
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Male
47.9%
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Hispanic
97.2%
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Black
1.8%
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White
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$98K - $675K
Homes For Sale
46
Average Home Value
$205,769
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
58%
Average Household Income
$49,464
% of College Grads
7.5%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,148 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
63.6%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Parks in this Area
Buffalo Bend Nature Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Siro Gutierrez Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Mason Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Trails
Brays Greenway Park
- Fishing
- Trails
- River
John R Harris Park
Hidalgo Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Lake
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Franklin Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Houston, TX and is served by the Houston Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 284 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 60% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 56% are proficient in reading. Franklin Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $205,769. Discover additional schools in the area, like Community Services, Eastwood Academy, Austin High School, and more. Learn more about what Houston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Franklin Elementary School.