Franklin Elementary

Franklin Elementary sits in the Fremont neighborhood of East Oakland, a working-class area with deep community roots and a diverse, mostly Latino and immigrant population. The school shows some of its strongest numbers in science relative to its other subjects, which could be a draw for families hoping to see their kids engaged in hands-on learning. Families who are active in their school community and looking for a neighborhood school with a tight-knit feel — and who are willing to stay involved — tend to get the most out of what Franklin has to offer.