FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Franklin Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Surry County Schools school district, located in Mount Airy, NC with about 547 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 35 teachers, Franklin Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 519 S. Franklin Road in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is a key educational institution within the Surry County Schools district. Serving the local community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By leveraging the resources of the larger district, Franklin Elementary aims to provide its students with a well-rounded foundation, preparing them for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Mount Airy community, reflecting the values of a small-town educational setting while maintaining modern academic standards. Through its partnership with the Surry County Schools system, the faculty and staff work to implement state-aligned curricula while encouraging parental involvement and community participation. Families interested in specific programs, school calendars, or administrative contact information can find further details through the official district website at [http://www.surry.k12.nc.us](http://www.surry.k12.nc.us).

For more information, contact Franklin Elementary at (336) 786-2459 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.