CHISHOLM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Chisholm Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Newton school district, located in Newton, KS with about 482 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 36 teachers, Chisholm Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Chisholm Middle School, located at 900 E. First in Newton, Kansas, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Newton Unified School District (USD 373). The school is dedicated to supporting the developmental transition between elementary and high school by fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for the challenges of secondary education while encouraging them to explore personal interests through a variety of core subjects and elective opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Chisholm Middle School actively promotes a sense of community and school spirit. The institution typically offers a range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and student clubs, which allow students to build leadership skills and form strong connections with their peers. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered learning, Chisholm Middle School strives to create a supportive foundation that empowers its students to become engaged and responsible members of the broader Newton community.

For more information, contact Chisholm Middle School at (316) 284-6260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.