Franklin School District is a public school district serving the town of Franklin, Connecticut. Located in New London County, the district operates Franklin Elementary School, which provides education for students from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. The district is known for its small, community-oriented approach to education, typical of rural Connecticut school systems. The district is governed by the Franklin Board of Education, which oversees educational policies, curriculum development, and administrative decisions. As a small district, Franklin School District maintains close partnerships with neighboring school districts for secondary education, as high school students from Franklin typically attend high schools in nearby communities through tuition agreements. Franklin School District emphasizes individualized attention due to its small class sizes and focuses on providing a comprehensive elementary and middle school education aligned with Connecticut State Department of Education standards. The district participates in various state educational initiatives and assessment programs, including the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) and Smarter Balanced assessments. The district’s operations are funded through local property taxes and state education grants, as is typical for Connecticut public school districts. The school system plays a central role in the Franklin community, hosting various educational and cultural events throughout the academic year.