WESTPHALIA

Westphalia is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Garnett school district, located in Westphalia, KS with about 59 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, Westphalia has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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.

Westphalia, Kansas, is a small, rural community located in Anderson County, and its school serves as a central hub for the local families and the surrounding agricultural region. The school is part of the broader education landscape in Kansas that prioritizes a close-knit environment, typically characterized by smaller class sizes and personalized attention. Because the town itself is small, the school often plays a vital role in fostering community identity, hosting local events, and maintaining strong ties between educators, students, and parents.

While the specific school located at 500 Liberty St. is part of the Unified School District 365 (Garnett), it reflects the values of rural Kansas education—emphasizing character development, community participation, and a supportive learning atmosphere. Students in this area often benefit from a tight-knit network where faculty are deeply invested in individual student success, providing a grounded educational experience that prepares them for both higher education and the diverse needs of the local workforce.

For more information, contact Westphalia at (785) 489-2511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.