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#263 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 13% in state

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

236 S SIRRINE, Mesa, AZ 85210

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#263 of 2,006

In Mesa

#22 of 129

public schools

In district

#11 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus

8.3/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Heritage Academy

7.5/10

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3.0/10

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About Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus — Students at Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
59%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus Compares

See how Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

236 S SIRRINE, Mesa, AZ 85210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lowell Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Concordia Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Heritage Academy Mesa 0.3 mi 7.5
New Horizon School for the Performing Arts Mesa 0.5 mi 3.0
Mesa Arts Academy Mesa 0.6 mi 3.1
QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa 0.7 mi 5.4
Lincoln Elementary School Mesa 0.8 mi 4.9
HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI Mesa 0.8 mi 8.2
Early Education Center Mesa 0.8 mi 4.6
STEP UP SCHOOL Mesa 1.0 mi 4.2
Burke Basic School Mesa 1.2 mi 5.5
Concordia Charter School Mesa 1.1 mi 7.1
Holmes Elementary School Mesa 1.2 mi 3.7
Lowell Elementary School Mesa 1.1 mi 7.4
Eisenhower Center for Innovation Mesa 1.5 mi 5.4
Edison Elementary School Mesa 1.4 mi 4.9
East Valley Academy Mesa 1.4 mi 3.6
Redbird Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 3.9
Emerson Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 5.4
Guerrero Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 4.4
Mesa Distance Learning Program Mesa 1.8 mi 5.5
Kino Junior High School Mesa 1.7 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,680

Median Home Value

$301,600

Median Rent

$1,383/mo

Population

39,941

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus

What grades does Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus serve?

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus?

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus rank in AZ?

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus ranks #263 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus a charter school?

No, Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus a Title I school?

No, Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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