CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Central Elem is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Columbus school district, located in Columbus, KS with about 348 students offering grade levels from 4th 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 31 teachers, Central Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located at 810 S High School Avenue in Columbus, Kansas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Columbus Unified School District (USD 493). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. As a community-centered school, it prioritizes building strong partnerships with parents and local stakeholders to ensure that students are well-prepared for their transition into the middle and high school levels.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction and a nurturing classroom culture. By utilizing diverse teaching strategies, Central Elementary aims to meet the individual needs of its diverse student body, encouraging both intellectual curiosity and character development. With its strategic location in Columbus, the school plays a vital role in the local educational landscape, striving to create a safe and engaging atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally throughout their early formative years.

For more information, contact Central Elem at (620) 429-3943 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.