WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM.

WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the KNOB NOSTER R-VIII school district, located in WHITEMAN AFB, MO with about 358 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 28 teachers, WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Whiteman Air Force Base Elementary School is located on the grounds of Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, Missouri. As part of the Knob Noster Public Schools district, the institution is uniquely positioned to serve the families of military personnel stationed at the base. Because of this specialized demographic, the school fosters a tight-knit community environment tailored to meet the specific academic and emotional needs of children from military families, including addressing the challenges associated with frequent relocations and deployments.

The school operates under the district’s broader mission to provide a high-quality educational experience that prepares students for success in a global society. Through its partnership with the base, Whiteman Elementary benefits from a focused and supportive educational environment that emphasizes both rigorous academics and character development. Parents and prospective students can find more detailed information regarding school policies, academic programs, and community resources on the official district website at [www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us](http://www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us).

For more information, contact WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. at (660) 563-3028 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.