ELKHART HIGH SCHOOL

Elkhart High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Elkhart school district, located in Elkhart, KS with about 124 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 15 teachers, Elkhart High has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Elkhart High School, located at 150 Wildcat Ave in Elkhart, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the USD 218 school district. As the home of the "Wildcats," the school is a focal point of the local community, emphasizing a commitment to academic achievement and the development of well-rounded students. The school environment is characterized by a small-town atmosphere that fosters close relationships between students, faculty, and the surrounding rural community.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Elkhart High provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities intended to prepare students for life after graduation, whether that path leads to higher education, vocational training, or the workforce. By utilizing the resources of the USD 218 district, the school aims to offer personalized learning experiences that support student growth in both athletic and scholarly pursuits. For more information on their current programs, academic calendar, and district updates, you can visit their website at http://www.usd218.org.

For more information, contact Elkhart High at (620) 697-2193 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.