Franklin Elementary School

Posted September 26, 2009

Mediocre school. My child is in his sixth year there. I've been actively involved in the school so get to see a lot. The school operates by trying to create a facade of it being so wonderful, giving priority to the children but they teach to do well on tests which does a tremendous disservice to the kids. I find the current principal ineffective and the front office can be problematic unless you're one of the kiss-up parents. I did not find the school to be interested in addressing bullying (which we experienced) or child safety issues....they'd rather turn their backs and stay adamant that the school is so wonderful. There are some really good teachers but also some really bad ones. If you have to go there, advocate strongly for your child, get involved as much as you can and stand up for what is right.
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Posted September 20, 2009

the best, most caring and inspiring teachers
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Posted August 24, 2009

Considering other schools in the LA area, Franklin is great. However, my career requires frequent relocations as such we've experienced a number of different schools, in different states/countries. In the broader context Franklin is average. The teachers are not exceptional and the pedagogy is poor. The front office staff is dreadful rude. My interactions with most of the staff was frustrating but must do for now.
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Posted May 27, 2009

Franklin Elementary is a very unique school in our neighborhood greatly due to the outstanding administration. The school was awarded the California Distinguished award last year and I have to say it is because of our dedicated and impeccable qualities of our principal and her administration. Franklin excels for many reasons. It excels due to its relentless parent body who volunteer their time and money and it excels due to its unbelievable leaders.
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