FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Franklin Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sterling CUSD 5 school district, located in Sterling, IL with about 374 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Franklin Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Franklin Elementary School, located at 1510 E 25th St in Sterling, Illinois, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Sterling Community Unit School District 5. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on fundamental skills and building a strong sense of community, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the middle school grades.

The campus serves as a central hub for families in the Sterling area, often utilizing collaborative teaching methods and extracurricular activities to engage its student body. With a focus on inclusive education, Franklin Elementary works to meet the diverse needs of its pupils through dedicated staff and structured programming. As a key part of the local educational landscape, the school is committed to maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the surrounding community to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for every child.

For more information, contact Franklin Elem School at (815) 625-5755 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.