FRANK LAYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Frank Layden Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Frontenac Public Schools school district, located in Frontenac, KS with about 489 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 30 teachers, Frank Layden Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Frank Layden Elementary School, located in Frontenac, Kansas, serves as a primary educational hub for the local community within the Frontenac Public Schools (USD 249) district. The school is named in honor of Frank Layden, a respected figure in the region, and is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students. By focusing on foundational academic skills and character development, the school aims to prepare children for their transition into the district’s middle and high school programs.

As part of the Frontenac school system, Frank Layden Elementary benefits from the district’s commitment to community-centered education and small-town values. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that encourages both personal growth and academic achievement, often leveraging the collaborative atmosphere of the surrounding Frontenac community. For families interested in specific programs, enrollment procedures, or district updates, the school maintains an active presence through the official USD 249 website, which serves as the primary resource for school news and administrative information.

For more information, contact Frank Layden Elem at (620) 231-7790 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.