LONG ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Long Island Elem is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Northern Valley school district, located in Long Island, KS with about 45 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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, Long Island Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Long Island Elementary is a small, community-focused public school located in Long Island, Kansas. As part of the Northern Valley school district (USD 212), the school serves the educational needs of students in the local rural community, fostering an environment that emphasizes close-knit relationships between students, teachers, and families.

The school operates under the Northern Valley Huskies athletic and academic identity, sharing resources and curriculum standards with the broader district to ensure students receive a comprehensive K-6 education. By maintaining a small-town atmosphere, the school prioritizes individualized attention and a supportive learning culture, aiming to prepare its students for their transition into secondary education within the Northern Valley school system.

For more information, contact Long Island Elem at (785) 854-7681 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.