Franklin Elementary School

Franklin Elementary School

125 Derby St.
West Newton, MA 02465

(617) 559-9500

Franklin Elementary School is located in West Newton and serves some 320 students from the area.

Built in 1938 with additions added in 1950 and 1953, the original school façade provides a distinct presence along residential Derby Street. This two-story school backs up to a 2.7 acre park with two baseball fields, basketball court, and climbing structures for children.

Franklin School is in a densely populated part of Newton, surrounded by neighborhood homes in all directions. With its proximity to Waltham and Watertown Streets, the school is conveniently located near Waltham and Watertown, and a short distance from the Massachusetts Turnpike for those commuting into Boston by car or areas West of Newton.

A short drive west of Franklin Elementary on Derby Street leads to Moody Street in Waltham where there are a number of restaurants and local businesses including Shoppers Cafe, Burger King, and more.

The school is not easily accessible via public transportation. There are a few buses (the 553, 554, and 556) that run in the general area, but none are particularly close.