PETERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Peterson Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wichita school district, located in Wichita, KS with about 477 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 27 teachers, Peterson Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Peterson Elementary School is a public school located in Wichita, Kansas, serving students within the Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) district. Situated on the city's west side, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational foundation that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As part of the largest school district in the state, Peterson Elementary benefits from the resources and standardized curriculum provided by USD 259, while maintaining a local focus on meeting the diverse needs of its neighborhood families.

The school strives to create a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual curiosity and social-emotional well-being. By utilizing district-wide programs and technology-integrated instruction, Peterson aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. For families looking for specific information regarding enrollment, school calendars, lunch menus, or district policies, the official USD 259 website acts as the primary hub for administrative resources and community updates related to the campus.

For more information, contact Peterson Elem at (316) 973-0400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.