BELLE PLAINE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Belle Plaine Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Belle Plaine school district, located in Belle Plaine, KS with about 166 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 11 teachers, Belle Plaine Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Belle Plaine Middle School, located at 724 N Merchant in Belle Plaine, Kansas, serves as a key educational institution within the USD 357 school district. Positioned in a small-town setting, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary and high school years by providing a curriculum designed to foster academic growth, personal responsibility, and social development during the transitional middle grades.

The school operates under the broader mission of USD 357, which emphasizes community involvement and student-centered learning. By utilizing its official district website, the school maintains communication with families regarding academic programming, extracurricular opportunities, and district-wide initiatives. As a central part of the Belle Plaine community, the middle school is committed to preparing its students for future success in high school and beyond through a supportive and focused educational environment.

For more information, contact Belle Plaine Middle at (620) 488-2222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.