ELLINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ellinwood Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ellinwood Public Schools school district, located in Ellinwood, KS with about 291 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 21 teachers, Ellinwood 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.

Ellinwood Elementary School is located at 310 E. 6th St. in Ellinwood, Kansas, and serves as a core component of the Ellinwood Public Schools (USD 355) district. As a community-focused educational institution, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development for its young learners within the rural setting of Barton County. By emphasizing fundamental skills and a supportive classroom environment, the school strives to prepare its students for their future transitions into the district's middle and high school levels.

The school operates under the broader mission of USD 355, which focuses on providing high-quality educational opportunities that meet the needs of the local community. For parents, prospective residents, or community members looking for more detailed information regarding school calendars, faculty contacts, or district policies, the official website at [www.usd355.org](http://www.usd355.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and resources.

For more information, contact Ellinwood Elem at (620) 564-2750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.