School History
OUR ROOTS
Before it was Frank Elementary, Guadalupe School became a pillar of the Town of Guadalupe when an old adobe building was renovated to hold classes for the first time in 1929.
Originally part of the Rural School District, Guadalupe School officially became part of Tempe Elementary Schools in 1953 after the community lobbied Tempe to annex to Rural School District.
The school changed its name to Frank Elementary in 1968 to honor Veda B. Frank, who passed away that year. Frank had worked in the District as a teacher and principal for 21 years.
HONORING THE PAST WHILE ENTERING THE FUTURE
Frank Elementary School was rebuilt in 2011 to better serve the needs of 21st century students. In tribute to the school's deep roots, the original bell that, for over 100 years had signaled the beginning of the school day for the Guadalupe community, was incorporated in to the new school campus.
A teacher and four Guadalupe students pictured sometime in the early 1900s. Courtesy: Tempe History Museum Via Tempe Elementary School District
FAST FACTS
| ESTABLISHED | MASCOT | ENROLLMENT |
|---|---|---|
| 1929 | Panthers | 520 students |
Celebrating 150 Years of Tempe Elementary Schools
For more than 150 years, Tempe Elementary Schools has provided community-inspired education serving the families of Tempe, Phoenix, Guadalupe, and beyond. Explore the district timeline to journey through our key milestones and transformative events that highlight our evolution into a modern educational leader.