COLWICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Colwich Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Renwick school district, located in Colwich, KS with about 221 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 16 teachers, Colwich Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Colwich Elementary School, located at 401 South Marion in Colwich, Kansas, serves as a central hub of education for the local community. As a part of the Renwick Unified School District (USD 267), the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. The school typically serves students from early childhood through the elementary grades, focusing on building a strong foundational curriculum in core subjects while encouraging social-emotional well-being.

The school is well-regarded for its small-town atmosphere, which allows for a close-knit relationship between students, teachers, and families. Being situated in Colwich, the school benefits from a community-oriented approach where local involvement and parent participation are highly valued. By providing a blend of traditional classroom instruction and various extracurricular opportunities, Colwich Elementary aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining a commitment to excellence within the Renwick district.

For more information, contact Colwich Elem at (316) 796-1331 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.