BEECH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Beech Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wichita school district, located in Wichita, KS with about 571 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 32 teachers, Beech 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.

Beech Elementary School is a public school located in Wichita, Kansas, and serves as part of the Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) district. Situated on South Cypress Street, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of a large urban district, Beech Elementary benefits from a structured curriculum aligned with state standards and utilizes the resources provided by the district to support a diverse student body.

The school’s focus remains on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging the broader infrastructure of USD 259, Beech Elementary aims to prepare its students for future academic success by promoting literacy, critical thinking, and collaborative learning. Families interested in specific school programs, enrollment details, or current events are encouraged to visit the official USD 259 website to access the most up-to-date information regarding the school's mission and operations.

For more information, contact Beech Elem at (316) 973-9800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.