SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southwest Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pratt school district, located in Pratt, KS with about 428 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 26 teachers, Southwest Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Southwest Elementary School, located at 1100 W. 8th in Pratt, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the USD 382 school district. As part of the Pratt public school system, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic and social-emotional development of its primary-grade students. The school emphasizes building strong educational basics while encouraging students to become active, engaged participants in their community.

As a member of the USD 382 community, Southwest Elementary benefits from the district’s broader mission to provide quality instruction through modern resources and dedicated staff. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare young learners for their transition into the middle and high school levels by promoting literacy, critical thinking, and character development. Families interested in specific school policies, calendars, or classroom resources can find comprehensive information on the district's official website at http://usd382.com.

For more information, contact Southwest Elem at (620) 672-4520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.