SUNFLOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sunflower Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Andover school district, located in Andover, KS with about 424 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 23 teachers, Sunflower Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Sunflower Elementary School, located at 616 E. Douglas in Andover, Kansas, is a key component of the Andover Public Schools district (USD 385). Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment for students in the elementary grades. As part of a highly-regarded school district, Sunflower Elementary emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a positive school culture designed to prepare students for their future educational transitions within the district.

The school is deeply integrated into the Andover community, benefiting from the district’s reputation for academic excellence and resource allocation. Like other schools in the area, Sunflower Elementary typically emphasizes parent and community involvement, leveraging local support to enhance the student experience through extracurricular activities and collaborative learning initiatives. By prioritizing both academic achievement and social-emotional development, the school strives to create a well-rounded foundation for every child who passes through its doors.

For more information, contact Sunflower Elementary School at (316) 218-4730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.