The core curriculum taught in the school is based on a framework required by the Diocese of Manchester. Each year the teachers check to be sure that the majority of the goals in the frameworks are covered. Topics have been coordinated between grades to ensure continuity of curriculum.
The following texts/series are used in each subject:
Reading:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Kindergarten: | Beginning to Read, Write and Listen | McGraw-Hill |
| Grades 1-3 | McGraw-Hill Reading | McGraw-Hill |
| Grades 4-5 | Treasury of Literature | HBJ |
English:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Grade 3 | Voyages in English | Loyola Press |
| Grades 4-6 | HBJ Language | HBJ |
Religion:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Grades K-6 | We Believe, 2004 Edition | Sadlier |
Science:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Grades 3-6 | Discovery Works | Houghton-Mifflin |
Social Studies:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Grades K-2 | Thematic Units | Various |
| Grades 3-6 | Horizons, 2005 Edition | Harcourt Brace |
Math:
| Grades | Texts/Series | Publisher |
| Grades K-6 | Mathematics, 2006 Edition | Harcourt Brace |
Specials Programs
St. Francis School offers Physical Education, Art, Music, and Library to all students.