BICKERDYKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bickerdyke Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Russell County school district, located in Russell, KS with about 270 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade 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 20 teachers, Bickerdyke 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.

Bickerdyke Elementary School is located in Russell, Kansas, and serves as a core part of the USD 407 school district. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on the fundamental academic and social development of its primary-level students. By maintaining a connection to the broader district resources, Bickerdyke aims to prepare children for success in their future educational endeavors through a curriculum designed to meet state standards while addressing the individual needs of its student body.

As a community-focused institution, Bickerdyke Elementary benefits from the small-town atmosphere of Russell, where the school functions as a hub for local families. The staff emphasizes not only core subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics but also the development of character and community citizenship. Parents and community members interested in specific school policies, calendars, or district-wide initiatives can access further information through the official USD 407 website, which serves as the primary portal for communication between the school and the families it serves.

For more information, contact Bickerdyke Elem at (785) 483-6066 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.