VICTOR ORNELAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Victor Ornelas Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Garden City school district, located in Garden City, KS with about 391 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 29 teachers, Victor Ornelas 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.

Victor Ornelas Elementary School is a public educational institution located in Garden City, Kansas, serving as part of the Garden City Public Schools (USD 457) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes academic excellence, student character development, and social-emotional growth. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside modern instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success in an increasingly complex global community.

Beyond academics, Victor Ornelas Elementary focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the wider Garden City community. The school encourages active parental involvement and offers various resources and programs designed to help students overcome challenges and reach their full potential. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to provide a safe, engaging, and collaborative learning space where every student is empowered to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Victor Ornelas Elem at (620) 805-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.