ELK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Elk Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elk Valley school district, located in Longton, KS with about 75 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 7 teachers, Elk Valley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Elk Valley Elementary, located at 701 S. Delaware in Longton, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Elk Valley School District (USD 283). As a small-town school, it provides a personalized learning environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and a tight-knit community atmosphere. The school focuses on delivering a core academic curriculum while fostering the social and emotional growth of its young learners in a supportive, rural setting.

The school operates under the umbrella of USD 283, which emphasizes the values of community engagement and academic preparation. By maintaining close ties with the local Longton community, Elk Valley Elementary acts as a central hub for families in the area. For those looking for more specific information regarding school calendars, district policies, or enrollment procedures, the district maintains an official website at http://www.usd283.org.

For more information, contact Elk Valley Elementary at (620) 642-3021 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.