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Franklin Elementary

120 South Emerald Ave., Modesto, CA, 95351

About Franklin Elementary

Franklin Elementary is a public school in the Modesto City Elementary School District. It is in Modesto, California, which is a medium-sized city. The school has 782 students in kindergarten through sixth grade and a student-teacher ratio of 22:1, which is the same as the district average. There are 36 full-time teachers who help the school. Half of the students at Franklin Elementary are girls and half are boys. The school has a very diverse student body, with 95% of students being minorities. About 80% of students identify as Hispanic or Latino. A big 97% of the students are thought to be poor. According to academic data from 2025, 18% of students were proficient or better in reading and 13% were proficient or better in math. The Franklin Healthy Start Family Resource Program, which offers parenting and nutrition classes, and the After School Education and Safety (ASES) program, which provides enrichment, are two ways the school encourages community support. Franklin Elementary is known for its commitment to helping a high-needs population by working with other organizations in the community and creating a supportive learning environment.

Franklin Elementary Contact Information

Address

120 South Emerald Ave., Modesto, CA, 95351

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Phone

(209) 574-8112

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 13%
Reading 18%
State average proficiency is 13% in Math and 18% in Reading.
35
Full-time Teachers
21 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
782
Total Students
TOP 5505 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Franklin Elementary

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.2%
Asian 4.6%
Hispanic 80.43%
Black 4.86%
Two+ Races 6.27%
Native Am. 0.26%
White
3.2%
Asian
4.6%
Hispanic
80.43%
Black
4.86%
Two+ Races
6.27%
Native Am.
0.26%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 782
50.38%
394 Female
49.62%
388 Male

Student Population

782 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

People at Franklin Elementary School in Modesto, California, are very happy! The school's FUN RUN Fundraiser was a huge success. This event showed that the school wants students to get involved in the community.

Franklin Elementary is a school where kids from all kinds of backgrounds go to school together. They get help with their schoolwork, social life, and mental health, and their differences are celebrated. There are many programs at the school, such as Cub Crew, Guitar Club, and Franklin Farmers, that let students learn by doing. This school is a good choice for families who want a well-rounded education because it values creativity and inclusion. Franklin Elementary is a fun place to learn, and its dedicated staff and modern facilities help students do well.

FAQ

Q1. What does Franklin Elementary School think is the most important thing for students to learn?

Ans. Franklin Elementary's main goal is to help kids do well in school and in life. The school helps students learn well and feel good about themselves. It also teaches them how to be independent and have a positive attitude toward learning.

Q2. What does the school do to make sure students behave?

Ans.The school talks a lot about how important it is to be polite and responsible. Students learn how to treat others well, follow the rules, and take responsibility for their actions. This makes it easier to learn in class.

Q3. What can be done to make school better?

Ans. Yes. Yes, students do creative things that help them learn more than they would in a regular class. These activities help students learn in new ways, express their opinions, and discover what they enjoy.

Q4. What do families do at school events?

Ans. Families are urged to go to school events and activities. Their participation helps students do better in school and makes the connection between home and school stronger.

Q5. What kind of place does the school keep?

Ans. Franklin Elementary School wants to create a friendly and helpful environment where kids feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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