FRANKLIN S EDMONDS SCHOOL

Franklin S Edmonds Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 652 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 7th 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 32 teachers, Franklin S Edmonds Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 S. Edmonds Elementary School is a public K–8 school located in the West Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school serves a diverse urban student population, providing a foundational education that spans from kindergarten through the eighth grade. The school’s facility on Thouron Avenue serves as a neighborhood hub, emphasizing its role in supporting the local community and providing academic stability for students as they transition through their formative years.

Academically, the school focuses on core curriculum standards while navigating the challenges and opportunities inherent in the Philadelphia public school system. Like many schools in the district, Edmonds works to provide students with essential literacy and mathematical skills, often integrating social-emotional learning to support student development. By serving students up to the eighth grade, the school aims to prepare children for the transition to high school, striving to foster a consistent and supportive environment that encourages growth and academic achievement within the local community.

For more information, contact Franklin S Edmonds Sch at (215) 276-5261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.