Franklin High School
Franklin High School will open for the 2026-27 school year, bringing the successful Franklin model of rigorous academics and strong family engagement into the high school setting within Mesa Public Schools.
Located on the current Franklin Junior High/Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus site, the school offers a small, supportive environment with rich opportunities for academic acceleration, personal growth, and student involvement.
Why Franklin High School?
High Expectations & Protected Learning Time
At Franklin High, every day is designed to maximize meaningful instructional time and clear expectations, giving students the structure they need to thrive.
Accelerated Academic Program
Opportunities for advanced coursework, including honors and accelerated classes, set students up for college and career-ready pathways.
Small-School Environment
With approximately 600 students, the school offers the benefits of a tight-knit community where every student is known, supported, and valued.
Positive, Highly-Structured Culture
A consistent code of conduct and dress code support an environment where the focus remains on learning, achievement, and excellence.
Extracurricular & Enrichment Opportunities
Students will have access to athletics, performing arts, clubs and other extra-curricular activities—because the Franklin tradition embraces the whole student.
Strong Family Partnership
Parental involvement isn’t optional—it’s foundational. Franklin High will engage families as partners in student success, offering opportunities for collaboration and leadership.
Experienced Faculty
Franklin High will be staffed by highly-qualified teachers experienced in the Franklin model, committed to student achievement and personal growth.

