PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Park Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Great Bend school district, located in Great Bend, KS with about 270 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 19 teachers, Park Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Park Elementary School, located at 1801 Williams in Great Bend, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Great Bend Unified School District 428. As a public elementary school, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its students during their early formative years. The school is integrated into the local community, providing a structured learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while preparing children for the transition to middle school.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student success and community involvement, reflecting the values of the Great Bend area. By offering a range of educational resources and extracurricular opportunities, Park Elementary strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. As part of a larger district framework, the school benefits from shared resources and educational initiatives designed to promote continuous improvement and student engagement throughout the Great Bend community.

For more information, contact Park Elem at (620) 793-1505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.