The story specifically revolves around the activities of:
* Franklin Middle School: This is where the main character, Griffin Bing, attends school and where the swindle is planned and executed.
* Franklin High School: This is where the older character, the "villain" of the story, Mr. P.T. Fleming, is a teacher and where the students try to expose his deception.
The story also briefly takes place in other locations such as:
* The local courthouse: Where Griffin and his friends try to expose Mr. Fleming's swindle using legal means.
* Mr. Fleming's home: Where Griffin and his friends attempt to gather evidence against him.
Overall, "Swindle" is a story deeply rooted in the setting of Franklin, Ohio, and the specific locations within the town play a key role in the development of the plot.