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Benjamin Franklin Academy (Closed 2016)

825 N 300 W Suite 200
Salt Lake City, UT 84103

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Benjamin Franklin Academy is an assistance program to homeschoolers. We teach your student core curriculum: History, Math, Science and English(reading, writing, literature, etc.) We assist parents in fulfilling their parental responsibility in the education of their children.While accepting children of all faiths, we offer an LDS-based curriculum at an affordable cost and a positive classroom experience.

Benjamin Franklin Homeschool Academy strives to instill in children a value-based education to better serve their God, family and country.

School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Latter Day Saints

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences

Year Founded

1995

Student Body

Total Students

36 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

5 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

modest

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Sibling Discounts $175/month for first sibling $165/month for second sibling $155/month for third sibling and so on

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Marie Cox

School Notes

"ll"BFA is unique, in helping parents that want to homeschool their children. We have combined the two best ways to educate a child,homeschooling and Private school. By putting you, the parents in charge of their childs education your child will excel! "ll"We provide curriculum for the entire week as well as for Mondays- Fridays "ll"We have a small classroom ratio. "ll"We work close with parents and students. "ll"We have added a pre-school age 3 if potty trained and a computer Lab for Pre-2nd "ll"We allow prayer in class "ll" We start each school day with a short devotional and flag ceremony "ll"Each child works on his/her own level "ll"We encourage hands on learning "ll"We teach to different learning styles "ll"We encourage parent participation "ll"We use wholesome curriculum "ll"Students in grades 9-12 take the practice ACT twice a year "ll"We use mentoring in all our classrooms "ll" We are firm believers in the 'Founding Fathers' and the 'Constitution'

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Benjamin Franklin Academy?

The acceptance rate of Benjamin Franklin Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

When is the application deadline for Benjamin Franklin Academy?

The application deadline for Benjamin Franklin Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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