PIKE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pike Valley Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pike Valley school district, located in Courtland, KS with about 119 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 9 teachers, Pike Valley Elem 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.

Pike Valley Elementary is a public school located in Courtland, Kansas, serving as a key educational institution within the Pike Valley Unified School District 426. As a small, community-focused school, it emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and academic growth for students in their primary years. The school strives to create a supportive environment where students can build strong relationships with both their peers and dedicated faculty, reflecting the close-knit values typical of rural Kansas communities.

The school operates with a commitment to providing a well-rounded education that prepares children for future success in higher grade levels. By utilizing the resources of the Pike Valley district, the elementary program integrates core curriculum standards with local traditions, fostering a sense of school pride and civic responsibility. Families and community members are encouraged to stay engaged through the district’s official website, which serves as a hub for academic calendars, extracurricular information, and administrative updates regarding the school’s ongoing operations.

For more information, contact Pike Valley Elem at (785) 374-4221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.