Franklin West Elementary School, named after the American forefather, is dedicated to providing a traditional education to youth across the Valley. They have four locations in Mesa, with Franklin West in the heart of the Downtown district. Combined, the school serves a total of 1,100 elementary and middle-school students.
Much like Benjamin Franklin himself, the school prides itself on its focus on continual improvement and conservative values. The school also comments on its “rigorous” curriculum paired with its accessible tutoring meant to assist youth in keeping on par with its high standards.
The school also focuses on the development of students’ literacy and ability to solve problems. Among its listed specialties, Franklin West emphasizes its role in instilling a sense of respect and acceptance among its diverse group of youth. They also mention their efforts to develop social and emotional skills through group-based instruction and clearly communicated behavioral expectations.
The school’s efforts have earned them five National Blue Ribbon Awards since 2008. Many positive Google reviews left by parents and community members can also be seen to corroborate the approval of the teaching staff and exceptional school standards. Parents eager to send their child here should register quickly before enrollment fills up.
Franklin West Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-6
236 S Sirrine,
Mesa, AZ
Mesa Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Mike Heidenblut
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
59%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
59%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
57%
State Average
31%
Math
9%
State Average
44%
Student Diversity
Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
Economically disadvantaged
61.9%
Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
Hispanic
46.4%
White
38.9%
Limited English proficient
9.1%
Two or more races
7%
Black
3.5%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
11/21/2025
My son has ADHD, and this school has truly been life-changing for him. He thrives with the structure and consistency of the Franklin program, and we’ve seen tremendous growth in both his academic skills and his confidence. Every staff member he interacts with greets him with genuine care, and he com...
11/11/2025
This Franklin has the best IEP team and on campus SPED specialist. They have accommodated my student who has a purely physical disability and the teachers have helped all of my children to thrive academically here. All of the teachers are fantastic and a few are the best I’ve ever seen. I also love...
11/11/2025
My children have had great experiences at Franklin. The accelerated program has been a great fit for them. I love that they use the Spalding method for teaching reading and it's helped my kids so much. One of mine struggled with phonograms his first couple years but with the encouragement of his tea...
11/10/2025
All 8 of my children attending Franklin West Elementary School in Mesa. I had kids there for a solid 20 years and it was wonderful!
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Franklin West Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Mesa Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 451 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Franklin West Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $375,711. Discover additional schools in the area, like East Valley Academy and Crossroads, Westwood High School, Evit - Mesa High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Franklin West Elementary School.