EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eisenhower Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Independence school district, located in Independence, KS with about 472 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 32 teachers, Eisenhower 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.

Eisenhower Elementary School is a public school located in Independence, Kansas, serving as part of the Independence Unified School District 446. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for young students, focusing on fundamental academic development and the cultivation of essential social skills. By emphasizing a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community, Eisenhower Elementary strives to prepare its students for academic success as they transition to higher grade levels.

The school’s commitment to student growth is reflected in its mission to offer a well-rounded educational experience that balances core curriculum standards with character development. Through its affiliation with the Independence Public Schools system, Eisenhower utilizes district-wide resources and technology to enhance classroom instruction. Families interested in learning more about the school’s specific programs, upcoming calendar events, or administrative policies can find further details on the official district website at [http://www.indyschools.com](http://www.indyschools.com).

For more information, contact Eisenhower Elem at (620) 332-1854 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
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EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Independence, KS with about 472 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Independence
Total Students:
472
Teachers:
32
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 472 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
78.4%
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
Two or more races
6.8%
Black or African American
5.1%
Asian
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.