FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Franklin Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Spokane School District school district, located in Spokane, WA with about 432 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 26 teachers, Franklin Elementary 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 Elementary, located in the South Hill area of Spokane, Washington, serves as a neighborhood-focused public school within the Spokane Public Schools district. It is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment where students from kindergarten through fifth grade receive foundational instruction. The school emphasizes core academic excellence while encouraging social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond through a blend of structured curriculum and extracurricular involvement.

As part of the broader Spokane school system, Franklin Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and a strong emphasis on parental engagement. The school is highly regarded for its active PTA and the collaborative relationship it maintains between staff, students, and local families. By providing a stable and nurturing atmosphere, Franklin strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body, ensuring that each child has access to the tools and guidance necessary to build a strong educational foundation within the local community.

For more information, contact Franklin Elementary at (509) 354-2620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.