The philosophy of Benjamin Franklin Charter School is to emphasize the teaching of basic skills and information. Its purposes are to:

• train the intellect
• teach skills
• instill a sense of pride in and respect for self, others, and country
• equip students with the necessary skills to become decision makers and problem solvers
• prepare students for the world outside by challenging them to compete for achievement of standards in the classroom
• develop an atmosphere of tolerance and acceptance of all students regardless of physical appearance and culture