HARPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harper Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chaparral Schools school district, located in Harper, KS with about 256 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 16 teachers, Harper Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Harper Elementary School, located at 1317 Walnut in Harper, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Harper-Anthony USD 361 school district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing children for their transition into secondary education. As a key component of the local community, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach, aiming to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages both personal and academic success.

As part of the USD 361 district, Harper Elementary benefits from the broader resources and curricular goals of the school system, which is committed to academic excellence and community engagement. The school’s presence in Harper plays an essential role in the town's social fabric, serving as a hub for local families and extracurricular involvement. For those seeking more specific information regarding school programs, enrollment procedures, or district initiatives, the official website at [www.usd361.org](http://www.usd361.org) serves as the primary resource for news, staff directories, and school calendars.

For more information, contact Harper Elem at (620) 896-7614 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.