The Franklin Academy
Tel:
(360)733-1750
- Founded in 1971, The Franklin Academy, located in Bellingham, WA, is a closely-knit, fast-growing independent coeducational day school.
- A supportive community with STEM focused education in a safe, small class environment for all grades. Call today for a personal tour (360) 733-1750 or discover more at our website www.thefranklin.academy.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Yearly Tuition: $7,850
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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The Franklin Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) Northwest Association of Accredited Schools |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| Year Founded | 1971 |
Student Body
| Total Students | n/a |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academics and Faculty
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 10 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Khaki pants and polo/dress) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,850 |
| Tuition Notes | Depends on division |
| Admissions Director | Natalie Bennett |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBasketball, Cross Country, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Chess, Robotics Club or Organization: Math Team Recreational Athletic Programs: Middle School Sports |
School Notes
- Sports Teams in the WIAA leagueSmall class sizes for every grade level Strong parent involvement
- The Franklin Academy is not just a school; it's a nurturing and supportive community
- A rigorous academic environment that follows national standards from experts in each subject area (cross-grade STEM-focused curriculum used, too)
- A program emphasizing achievement, leadership with buddies, and moral & spiritual development
- Instructional time music and Spanish specialist each week
- Sports Teams with WIAA
- Elective opportunities in Middle School (i.e., Coding and Makerspace)
- Field trips that complement curriculum (like the 8th Graders go to England).
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