Education
FRANKLIN CITY SCHOOLS
Franklin City Schools dates its history to 1848, with the construction of the Union School on what is now Main Street.
Today, Franklin City Schools’ mission is to “guarantee all students can grow, develop, and learn to their fullest potential by providing a challenging, individualized curriculum; an exemplary, compassionate staff; and a state-of-the-art, safe and supportive learning environment.”
District enrollment is approximately 3000 students. To enroll a child in the district, please contact the Welcome Center Registration office at 937-743-8602. They are open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm and are located at 150 E. Sixth St., Franklin.
The Board of Education meets twice monthly, with work sessions held on the second Monday and regular meetings held on the fourth Monday. Meetings are generally in the Hampton Bennett Administration building.
Please visit the district website for the most current district information.
District Facilities
Warren County Career Center
WCCC is the valued partner of choice within the educational and economic systems of our communities, by providing quality academic and career technical education. Most people are surprised when they learn what we do. Yes, we teach Career Technical trades - it’s what we’re known for! But did you know we offer programming starting as early as middle school? Or that we have programming in all of our partner high schools? Or that we have many options for adults looking to switch careers or earn a certification? We’re a network of teachers, administrators, staff, business leaders and alumni who are ready to help you on a journey that is as special and unique as you are. Here, you’re not a number, but rather a person with limitless opportunity. We are what you need us to be to thrive, grow and explore.
We are flexible and constantly evolving. Not because we have to, but because we want to.
We are proud to be WCCC.
Private Education
Should private education be preferred, it is offered at several area schools including Middletown Christian, Dayton Christian, CHESS Christian School, John XXIII Elementary, and Bishop Fenwick High School.
Higher Education
The Cincinnati-Dayton area is rich with opportunities for higher education, with a number of readily-accessible colleges and universities. Universities in the area include Sinclair Community College, Central State University, Miami University (Oxford) and Miami University Regionals, Cincinnati State (Middletown and Main Campus), The University of Cincinnati, The University of Dayton, Wilberforce University, Wright State University, and Xavier University. Numerous colleges in the area offer both two and four-year degrees.