FRANKLIN SCHOOL

FRANKLIN SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in HEMPSTEAD, NY with about 747 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade 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 44 teachers, FRANKLIN SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 SCHOOL, located at 335 S. Franklin St. in Hempstead, New York, is a foundational component of the Hempstead Union Free School District. As an elementary-level institution, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured academic environment for young learners in the local community. It emphasizes the development of core literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a nurturing atmosphere intended to encourage student engagement and social growth during these formative years.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Hempstead Public Schools, which focuses on equity, high expectations, and preparing students for future academic success. By utilizing the district’s comprehensive resources and curriculum standards, FRANKLIN SCHOOL works to address the diverse needs of its student body. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates, school policies, and district-wide initiatives through the official website at [www.hempsteadschools.org](http://www.hempsteadschools.org).

For more information, contact FRANKLIN SCHOOL at (516) 434-4501 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.