Benjamin Franklin Middle School vs Early Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
Early Learning Center
Springfield · Public other · Grades PK–PK
549 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle School Springfield, Illinois | Early Learning Center Springfield, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #340 of 670 | – |
| National rank | #9199 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 709 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 65.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 65.2%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 19.6).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 709 students compared with 549.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benjamin Franklin Middle School better than Early Learning Center?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Early Learning Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School: 709. Early Learning Center: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Early Learning Center rank in Illinois?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 340th of 670 and Early Learning Center is unranked among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).