ATCHISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Atchison Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Atchison Public Schools school district, located in Atchison, KS with about 843 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 61 teachers, Atchison Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Atchison Elementary School, located at 825 N 17th Street in Atchison, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational hub within the USD 409 school district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills for its primary-aged students. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character-building initiatives, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

As part of the broader Atchison Public Schools community, the elementary school benefits from a coordinated district approach that focuses on student achievement and community engagement. The school’s digital presence serves as a resource for families to stay connected with classroom activities, district-wide policies, and academic calendars. Through a combination of dedicated instruction, staff collaboration, and parental involvement, Atchison Elementary remains committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience tailored to the needs of the children in the local community.

For more information, contact Atchison Elementary School at (913) 367-1161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.