Ellinwood High

Ellinwood Public Schools
210 E 2nd
Ellinwood, KS 67526
154 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Ellinwood High School, located in Ellinwood, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the USD 355 school district. As a small-town institution, it focuses on providing a tight-knit educational environment that emphasizes student development, community involvement, and a personalized approach to learning. The school is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success by offering a curriculum that balances traditional academics with various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics and student organizations.

The school operates under the broader mission of USD 355, which prioritizes academic growth, character development, and the utilization of modern educational resources to support student achievement. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, Ellinwood High plays a central role in the local community, fostering strong connections between students, faculty, and area families. For those seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements, the official website at [www.usd355.org](http://www.usd355.org) serves as the primary resource.
154
Total Students
11.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    128 (83.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    15 (9.7 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (6.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ellinwood Public Schools
Phone: (620)564-3136
Website: http://www.usd355.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 154
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 44
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 43
Grade 10 37
Grade 11 42
Grade 12 32
Gender Ratio