Kismet Elem

School Overview
Kismet Elementary School, located at 505 Kansas Avenue in Kismet, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution for the small, rural community of Kismet. As part of the local public school system, the school is dedicated to providing core academic instruction tailored to the needs of elementary-aged students. Its location in a tight-knit Midwestern town reflects a focus on fostering a supportive, small-school environment where teachers can provide personalized attention to help students build fundamental skills in reading, mathematics, and social development.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Kismet Elementary plays a vital role as a community hub, often serving as a central point for local families and extracurricular engagement. The school emphasizes the values typically found in rural Kansas education—strong community involvement, a focus on student character, and a commitment to preparing children for their future transition into middle and high school settings. By maintaining a stable, accessible presence in the heart of the town, the school ensures that students in the region have consistent access to quality early childhood and primary education.
152
Total Students
11.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kismet Elem
Demographic Student Count
White54
Hispanic92
Black4
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    92 (60.5 %)
  • White
    54 (35.5 %)
  • Black
    4 (2.6 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kismet-Plains
Phone: (620)563-7248
Website: http://usd483.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 152
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 104
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 45
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 32
Grade 2 36

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kismet Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten45
Kindergarten39
Grade 132
Grade 236
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kismet Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7448.7%
Male7851.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)