WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wakefield Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clay County school district, located in Wakefield, KS with about 125 students offering grade levels from 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 13 teachers, Wakefield Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Wakefield Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Wakefield, Kansas, serving as part of the Clay County Unified School District (USD 379). Situated in a close-knit community, the school focuses on providing foundational education for students in the elementary grades, emphasizing a supportive environment where teachers and staff can offer personalized attention due to the school’s smaller enrollment size.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Wakefield community, acting as a central hub for families in the area. By maintaining a focus on core academic standards while fostering a positive school culture, Wakefield Elementary aims to prepare its students for their transition into the middle school and high school levels within the district. Its location on Third Street places it at the heart of the town, reflecting the school’s role as an accessible and vital resource for the surrounding rural population.

For more information, contact Wakefield Elem at (785) 461-5437 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.