The Franklin School of Innovation

We are an Expeditionary Learning school that offers CREW, hands on experience, and student growth through relationship building. Through CREW, teachers and staff connect with students to help them develop in our Habits of Scholarship and academic achievements. Our expeditions allow students to partner with external organizations to learn and take action on social and environmental issues facing the Asheville area and global communities.

Year School Opened: 2014-15

Grant Awarded:  2021-22

Initial Grade Levels Served: 5-12


2021-22 Student Demographic Data


Urbanicity:  Suburban / Asheville, NC

% ED Student Population Persons in Poverty (Buncombe County)

2021-22 School Year: 15% 13.9%