The Franklin Academy

1509 E. Victor Street
Bellingham, WA 98225

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 (2021-22)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Yearly Tuition: $7,850
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling

Top Rankings

The Franklin Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Northwest Association of Accredited Schools

Religious Affiliation

Christian

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)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,850

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Tuition Notes

Depends on division

Admissions Director

Natalie Bennett

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

Basketball, 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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School Reviews

5 7/19/2017

St. Paul's Academy is a wonderful school. They have small class sizes, and the teachers are committed and nurturing. Mrs. Jorgenson is a wonderful teacher.

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Quick Stats (2021-22)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Yearly Tuition: $7,850
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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The average private school tuition in Whatcom County, WA is $6,970 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).