Mathnasium Learning Centers; Mathnasium Centers,

Mathnasium Learning Centers, also referred to in the source as Mathnasium Centers, operates in the supplemental math education industry, where declining math scores since the pandemic have increased concern about student learning loss. Peter Markovitz, David Ullendorff, and educator and curriculum consultant Larry Martinek founded the brand in 2002 to help students from pre kindergarten through high school build math skills and confidence. The first center opened in Los Angeles, California, in late 2002. Mathnasium Center Licensing, LLC was established as a California limited liability company on June 20, 2003, and began franchising that year. The company’s principal business and corporate address is 5120 West Goldleaf Circle, Suite 300, Los Angeles, California 90056. As of January 27, 2026, the system had over 1,200 locations in 12 countries. It reached 1,256 units worldwide by the end of 2025, compared with 1,189 at the start of that year, representing 6% year over year systemwide growth. More than 1,000 centers are in the United States, over 100 are in Canada, and the balance operates in 10 additional international markets. The system uses the proprietary Mathnasium Method™ and serves the multibillion dollar supplemental education market.

Supplemental math education is supported by demand for after school tutoring and concern about math performance since the pandemic. Parents seek programs that can help children improve confidence, strengthen problem solving skills, and receive more individualized support than traditional school curricula may provide. The Mathnasium system is described as resistant to short term economic trends, which may support consistent demand. Global education standards, the growing complexity of STEM fields, and the importance of foundational math skills also support the category. The competitive structure of the broader market is not specified, but Mathnasium has established a large presence through its unit count and international reach.

The initial franchise fee is $49,000 for the first franchise and $26,500 for each additional franchise. Qualifying military veterans and active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces receive a 25% franchise fee discount. Estimated initial investment ranges from $112,936 to $149,616. Other cited ranges are $112,750 to $149,110 and $113,000 to $150,000. The investment includes the franchise fee, center setup, initial marketing, working capital for several months, and other launch expenses. Opening costs can be as low as $112,936 in the United States and CAD$147,222 in Canada. Minimum liquid capital is listed as $100,000, while some sources cite a minimum cash requirement of $112,000. Required net worth is $149,110. The technology license fee is $110 per month. Annual insurance is estimated at $2,000 to $5,000, and the convention fee is $225 per attendee. The five year agreement has a renewal fee of $7,000. These costs place the franchise in the mid tier service investment category.

Owners generally lead their centers, coach instructors, and oversee the student experience. Enrollment works much like a gym membership, with parents paying an upfront registration fee followed by monthly fees. Students usually attend at least twice per week for about 60 minutes per session. Instruction is available at centers and through Mathnasium@home, a live web based service. Local instructors may include retired teachers, college students, and advanced high school students, all trained in the Mathnasium Method™. As a center grows, owners commonly add Math Instructors and Center Directors. Centers typically occupy about 1,200 square feet, supporting smaller leases and lower ongoing occupancy costs. Training covers the Mathnasium Method™, business operations, marketing, and customer relationship management, and prior education or math experience is not required. A Franchise Startup Specialist supports new owners for six months to a year. A Franchise Business Consultant acts as a private business coach throughout the life of the center. Corporate support also includes new opening assistance, marketing campaigns, sales goals, curriculum, and marketing materials. Franchisees receive an exclusive protected territory based on population and demographics, with the right to operate Mathnasium centers in the assigned area.

Reported figures from other industry reports and company statements provide additional unit level information. Owners with two centers reported average gross receipts of $343,302 per unit. Owners with six or more centers reported $419,845 per unit.

Franchising began in 2003. By 2019, Mathnasium had more than 1,000 centers across five continents. The system reached over 1,100 centers in 10 countries in 2023 and over 1,100 centers in 11 countries by mid 2024. It had 1,189 units at the start of 2025 and 1,256 units worldwide at year end, a 6% year over year increase. As of January 27, 2026, the network had over 1,200 locations across 12 countries. In 2023, 59 centers opened and 81 franchises were awarded. During the first half of 2024, 26 centers opened and 58 franchises were awarded. Full year 2024 included 42 new centers in the United States and 24 in Canada and other international markets, a 66% year over year increase in global growth. Mathnasium awarded 171 franchises in 2024, including 54 new franchisees opening first locations, 21 existing franchisees expanding, 30 new franchisees acquiring existing centers, and 66 centers changing hands within the system. In 2025, the brand awarded 121 new franchise agreements and opened 88 locations worldwide, including 63 in the United States and six in Canada. Tyler Sgro became CEO in February 2025, following Mike Davis, who was CEO as of July 2022 and January 2024. Planned 2026 offerings include AI powered learning plans, a new parent portal, and revised enrichment programs. Mathnasium@home remains available as a live web based service. The proprietary Mathnasium Method™ is associated with improved grades for 88% of students who attend regularly for at least six months. The brand ranked No. 83 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® in early 2026 and appeared on Fastest Growing Franchises and the Franchise 500® Consecutive Club for 11 years.

Prior education or math experience is not required because the training program prepares owners to operate the business. Franchisees report that 90% enjoy their work and 85% enjoy being part of the organization. The model can suit multi unit owners, as shown by the 21 existing franchisees who expanded in 2024 and the reported gross receipts for owners with two centers or six or more centers. For 2025, targeted U.S. markets included Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois. For 2026, planned U.S. expansion prioritizes the Northeast from Philadelphia through Boston, Los Angeles and the Inland Empire in California, and Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, Ohio. International development includes master franchise agreements in high potential markets. Mathnasium signed a Master Franchise Agreement in Romania in 2024, with plans for at least 25 centers over six years, and welcomed new Master franchisees for Australia in 2024. Openings in the first quarter of 2023 included Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with plans for 45 centers over 10 years, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, and London in the United Kingdom. Leadership has identified India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Spain, Mexico, and certain South American countries as areas with growth potential, with a goal of opening the 100th international location in 2024. The agreement term is five years, with a $7,000 renewal fee. In 2024, 66 centers changed hands and 30 new franchisees acquired existing centers, indicating resale activity within the system.

Mathnasium offers an opportunity to evaluate within a multibillion dollar supplemental education market affected by lower math scores and parent demand for confidence and problem solving skills. The Mathnasium Method™, training, ongoing field support, and international expansion are central parts of the model. PeerSense is a commercial capital advisory firm that introduces franchise buyers to SBA and conventional lenders. PeerSense is not a lender.