School Overview
St. Francis Elementary School, located at 307 E. Webster Street in St. Francis, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the USD 297 school district. The school is committed to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for its students, focusing on core academic development, character building, and the cultivation of essential life skills. As a vital part of the small-town community of St. Francis, the school emphasizes a close-knit atmosphere where educators and staff work collaboratively to meet the diverse needs of their elementary-aged learners.

In addition to its standard curriculum, the school integrates technology and community values to prepare students for academic success as they transition into secondary education. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth and fostering a positive school culture, St. Francis Elementary aims to provide a comprehensive educational experience that encourages both personal and intellectual development. Families and community members looking for more detailed information regarding school programs, calendars, or administrative policies can visit the district’s official website at http://www.usd297.org.
155
Total Students
9.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for St Francis Elem
Demographic Student Count
White132
Hispanic22
Two or More1
  • White
    132 (85.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (14.2 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.6 %)
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: St Francis Comm Sch
Phone: (785)332-8143
Website: http://www.usd297.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 155
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 47
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 9
Kindergarten 22
Grade 1 25
Grade 2 29
Grade 3 23
Grade 4 28
Grade 5 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for St Francis Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten9
Kindergarten22
Grade 125
Grade 229
Grade 323
Grade 428
Grade 519
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for St Francis Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6139.4%
Male9460.6%