ATCHISON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Atchison Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Atchison Public Schools school district, located in Atchison, KS with about 399 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 32 teachers, Atchison Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Atchison Middle School, located at 301 N 5th Street in Atchison, Kansas, serves as a key educational institution within the USD 409 school district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of its middle-level students. By providing a structured curriculum, the school aims to prepare pupils for the transition to high school while encouraging them to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility.

The school is committed to community engagement and maintaining strong communication between educators, students, and parents. Through its website, the school provides essential resources, including academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on extracurricular activities, which help integrate families into the school community. By emphasizing a supportive atmosphere, Atchison Middle School strives to ensure that every student has the tools and guidance necessary to succeed throughout their formative middle school years.

For more information, contact Atchison Middle School at (913) 367-5363 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.