Simpson Elem

Russell County
1323 N Main St
Russell, KS 67665
157 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 1st
School Overview
Simpson Elementary School, located at 1323 N. Main in Russell, Kansas, serves as a core educational institution within the USD 407 school district. Dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of young learners, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school while building a strong foundation in essential subjects. As a community-centered school, it emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, parents, and students to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

Operated under the umbrella of USD 407, Simpson Elementary benefits from the resources and organizational standards of the broader Russell County school system. The school is committed to maintaining high standards of instruction and student engagement, often integrating local community values into its academic culture. For families and community members seeking more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the official district website at [www.usd407.org](http://www.usd407.org).
157
Total Students
13.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    140 (89.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    8 (5.1 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (4.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.3 %)
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: Russell County
Phone: (785)483-6180
Website: http://www.usd407.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 1st
Total Students: 157
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 67
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 33
Kindergarten 67
Grade 1 57
Gender Ratio
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228 Students
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