WETMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wetmore Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prairie Hills school district, located in Wetmore, KS with about 94 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 9 teachers, Wetmore Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Wetmore Elementary, located at 321 6th Street in Wetmore, Kansas, serves as a central pillar of the local community. As a small-town school, it fosters a close-knit educational environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of community support. The school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience, focusing on essential skills and character development in a safe, nurturing setting that reflects the values of the surrounding rural area.

Operating as part of the USD 113 Prairie Hills school district, the school emphasizes student engagement and collaborative learning. By maintaining smaller class sizes, Wetmore Elementary is able to tailor its instruction to meet the unique needs of its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond. The school serves as a hub for local families, often acting as a focal point for extracurricular activities and community involvement that helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application.

For more information, contact Wetmore Elementary at (785) 866-2860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.