PALCO JR. HIGH SCHOOL

Palco Jr. High is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Palco school district, located in Palco, KS with about 24 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 3 teachers, Palco Jr. High has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Palco Jr. High, located at 502 Ash in Palco, Kansas, serves as a vital educational institution within the rural Graham County community. As part of the Palco Unified School District (USD 269), the school is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal development of students during their critical middle school years. By operating within a smaller school setting, Palco Jr. High is able to provide a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes foundational learning and character growth.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school acts as a focal point for the local community, promoting a sense of school spirit and collaboration among students, staff, and families. The institution reflects the values of the surrounding Palco area, focusing on preparing students for the transition to high school through a combination of classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement. Its presence in the 67657 zip code highlights the importance of maintaining accessible, quality education in rural Kansas, ensuring that local youth have the tools and resources necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Palco Jr. High at (785) 737-4645 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.