The premier independent preschool to eighth grade school in Buffalo, NY.
Elmwood Franklin School
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Facilities

At Elmwood Franklin, we believe that our physical teaching environment is an integral part of the total learning experience. We’re proud of all that our beautiful campus has to offer.
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  • 40 bright, spacious classrooms where curiosity takes root
  • Seamlessly connected Upper and Lower School wings that bring our community together
  • Dedicated Prep Suite designed especially for our youngest learners
  • 475-seat, professional-grade theatre equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting
  • Welcoming library resource center that sparks research and discovery
  • Well-equipped fine arts studio that celebrates creativity
  • Science center with fully equipped laboratories for hands-on exploration
  • Music center with dedicated spaces for band and chorus
  • 16,000-square-foot enclosed playground featuring four distinct, developmentally appropriate zones for children ages 3–14
  • Thoughtfully integrated learning environment where technology enhances instruction with purpose and balance
  • Full-scale gymnasium with climbing wall, bleachers, and locker rooms
  • Outdoor playing fields for athletics and play
  • Spacious dining room with a full-service kitchen at the heart of campus life

At a Glance
Grades: three-year-old program to eighth grade (11 grades)
Enrollment: 339
Average Class Sizes
​Prep: 11
Lower School: 18
Upper School: 13

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Number of Faculty: 45
Average Tenure at EFS:
12 years
Founded: 1895

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© Elmwood Franklin School | 104 New Amsterdam Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14216
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​Elmwood Franklin School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools and a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. 

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