PRETTY PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL

Pretty Prairie High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Pretty Prairie school district, located in Pretty Prairie, KS with about 70 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 5 teachers, Pretty Prairie High 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.

Pretty Prairie High School, located at 204 E Main in Pretty Prairie, Kansas, serves as the heart of its small, tight-knit rural community. As the sole high school in the Pretty Prairie Unified School District (USD 311), the institution is known for fostering a personalized learning environment where student-teacher ratios remain low, allowing for a more focused and supportive academic experience. The school takes great pride in its close connection to the surrounding Reno County area, often serving as the focal point for local events and community engagement.

Beyond academics, the school is deeply committed to maintaining a vibrant extracurricular culture, particularly through its athletic programs and community involvement. While the student body is relatively small, the school leverages this to create a strong sense of school spirit and identity. By emphasizing traditional values and community-based education, Pretty Prairie High aims to prepare its students for life after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the local workforce.

For more information, contact Pretty Prairie High at (620) 459-6313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.