KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kit Carson School District No. R-1 school district, located in KIT CARSON, CO with about 48 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the small rural community of Kit Carson, Colorado, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kit Carson School District R-1. As a pillar of a tight-knit prairie town, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning that leverages its small-school environment to foster strong relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and the local community. The elementary program is designed to provide a supportive atmosphere where students receive individual attention, helping them build core academic skills while developing the character traits necessary for success in their future schooling.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school operates as a central hub for the Kit Carson community, often bridging the gap between academic life and local civic engagement. By utilizing the resources of the Kit Carson School District, the elementary school maintains a focus on preparing young learners for the transition to secondary education while preserving the values of a small-town educational experience. Families interested in learning more about the school’s curriculum, staff directory, or district-wide events can access additional information through their official website at [www.kcsdr1.org](http://www.kcsdr1.org).

For more information, contact KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 962-3219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.