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
8
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
9%
State Average
44%
Science
57%
State Average
31%
Student Diversity
Male
52.6%
Female
47.4%
Hispanic
46%
White
40.7%
Two or more races
5.3%
Black
3.7%
Native American
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/8/2019
This school is a wonderful place full of great people who are fully committed to making the learning environment safe, fun, and successful. You'd be hard pressed to find a better place than Franklin West when it comes to teaching your children.
11/10/2016
Great school. Staff is wonderful and friendly. It's a smaller school so we became familiar with other Franklin families fairly quick. If your child is starting out with preschool background they should do well here. However, I have also seen students with no previous preschool background excell beca...
4/2/2014
I attended this school when I was younger, so I knew my children would go there as well. My oldest just started Kindergarten this year and I am beyond impressed with the teachers and the rest of the staff. My daughter loves it here and even tries to stay home when she's sick! They are a back to basi...
8/7/2013
Franklin West Elementary uses an excellent Spalding reading system; however, after 4 years I have removed my student due to the intolerable campus environment which is EXCLUSIVE, HOSTILE, PUNITIVE and ABUSIVE.
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List Price Range
$235K - $701K
Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$379,142
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
84%
Average Household Income
$42,895
% of College Grads
32.6%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
1,536 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
83.2%
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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. 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 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $379,142. 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.