OLPE JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL

Olpe Jr./Sr. High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Southern Lyon County school district, located in Olpe, KS with about 138 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 12 teachers, Olpe Jr./Sr. High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Olpe Jr./Sr. High School, located in Olpe, Kansas, serves as a central educational hub for the USD 252 Southern Lyon County school district. As a combined junior and senior high facility, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, community-focused learning environment that bridges the gap between early secondary education and college or career readiness. The institution emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student involvement, leveraging its small-town setting to maintain strong relationships between students, faculty, and the surrounding community.

Beyond the classroom, Olpe Jr./Sr. High School is well-known for its active extracurricular culture, which includes competitive athletic programs and various student organizations that encourage leadership and teamwork. By integrating traditional academic standards with opportunities for personal development, the school strives to prepare its students to become contributing members of society. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding district policies, academic calendars, or current school news, the district's website at http://www.usd252.org/ serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative coordination.

For more information, contact Olpe Jr./Sr. High School at (620) 475-3223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.