RILEY COUNTY GRADE SCHOOL

Riley County Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Riley County school district, located in Riley, KS with about 471 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 40 teachers, Riley County Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Riley County Grade School, located at 117 N. Remmele in Riley, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Riley County Unified School District 378. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the personal development of its students. By focusing on core curriculum standards and community-oriented values, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged students for the transition to middle school and beyond, ensuring they build a strong educational baseline within the rural Kansas community.

As part of the USD 378 district, the grade school benefits from a centralized administrative structure that coordinates resources and educational goals across the community. The school’s official website, www.usd378.org, serves as a primary hub for communication, providing parents and community members with access to academic calendars, district policies, and information regarding student programs. Through this platform, the district maintains transparency and encourages active involvement from families in the daily life and success of the school.

For more information, contact Riley County Grade School at (785) 485-4010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.