ROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ross Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Topeka Public Schools school district, located in Topeka, KS with about 611 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, Ross Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Ross Elementary School, located at 1400 SE 34th St in Topeka, Kansas, is a part of the Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) district. As a public institution, the school serves the local community by providing foundational K-5 education, focusing on academic growth, social development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. Like other schools in the district, Ross Elementary is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while addressing the diverse needs of its student body.

The school benefits from being part of a larger urban district, which allows it to leverage centralized resources, professional development for staff, and district-wide initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes. Families in the area can look to the official Topeka Public Schools website to access information regarding enrollment procedures, school calendars, lunch menus, and district policies. By maintaining a connection to the broader district infrastructure, Ross Elementary strives to provide a consistent and supportive educational experience for the children of Southeast Topeka.

For more information, contact Ross Elementary at (785) 274-6280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.