SOUTHEAST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Southeast Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cherokee school district, located in Cherokee, KS with about 156 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, Southeast Junior High School 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.

Southeast Junior High School is a public educational institution located in Cherokee, Kansas, serving as part of the Southeast USD 247 school district. Situated at 206 W Magnolia, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of middle-school-aged students. By providing a structured curriculum, the school aims to prepare its pupils for the transition into high school while emphasizing foundational learning and student engagement within the local community.

The school operates under the broader mission of USD 247, which focuses on student success, district-wide collaboration, and resource management. Families and community members can stay informed about school events, district policies, and academic calendars by visiting the official district website at http://www.usd247.com. As a core component of the Cherokee educational system, Southeast Junior High plays a vital role in the district’s effort to provide quality public education to the students of Southeast Kansas.

For more information, contact Southeast Junior High School at (620) 457-8315 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.