BUCKNER ELEM.

BUCKNER ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the FORT OSAGE R-I school district, located in INDEPENDENCE, MO with about 347 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 25 teachers, BUCKNER ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Buckner Elementary School, located at 2101 N. Twyman Rd in Independence, Missouri, is a public elementary school serving students in the Fort Osage School District. As a key educational institution for the Buckner community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a positive school culture.

The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, reflecting the values of the surrounding area while utilizing the resources and curriculum standards of the larger Fort Osage district. Dedicated to preparing students for the transition to middle school, Buckner Elementary typically provides a variety of extracurricular activities, student support services, and parental involvement opportunities aimed at ensuring that each child receives a well-rounded education in a safe and nurturing setting.

For more information, contact BUCKNER ELEM. at (816) 650-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.