SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM.

SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the INDEPENDENCE 30 school district, located in INDEPENDENCE, MO with about 460 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 31 teachers, SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Santa Fe Trail Elementary is a public school located in Independence, Missouri, serving as part of the Independence School District (ISD). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic development, character growth, and preparing students for success in their future educational endeavors. By aligning with the broader district’s mission, the school emphasizes a curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body while promoting a culture of collaboration and community involvement.

The school’s location on South Windsor Street places it centrally within the Independence community, allowing it to act as a hub for local families. As an ISD institution, Santa Fe Trail Elementary benefits from the district's emphasis on innovative teaching practices, technology integration, and personalized learning opportunities. Parents and community members can stay informed about school programs, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives by visiting the official Independence School District website at [http://www.isdschools.org](http://www.isdschools.org).

For more information, contact SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. at (816) 521-5450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.