HERINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Herington Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Herington school district, located in Herington, KS with about 239 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 16 teachers, Herington 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.

Herington Elementary School, located in Herington, Kansas, serves as a foundational pillar for the local community, operating under the Herington Unified School District (USD 487). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on essential core subjects alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to higher grade levels, maintaining a close-knit atmosphere typical of rural Kansas education.

Beyond the classroom, Herington Elementary strives to cultivate a strong partnership between educators, students, and families to ensure a holistic educational experience. The school utilizes its position within the district to provide various resources and programs intended to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current district initiatives, the official website at http://www.heringtonschools.org serves as the primary hub for administrative communication and school-wide updates.

For more information, contact Herington Elem at (785) 258-3234 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.