Chaparral Schools

Headquartered at 124 N Jennings in Anthony, Kansas, Chaparral Schools is an open, regular public school district situated within a rural remote setting. Operating four schools, the district provides a comprehensive educational continuum spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as ungraded programming. Based on the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, Chaparral Schools serves a student population of 829 pupils, comprising 422 male and 407 female students. The student body reflects a varied demographic composition, which includes 641 White, 126 Hispanic, 47 multiracial (two or more races), 9 American Indian, 3 Asian, 2 Black, and 1 Pacific Islander student.

To maintain its educational offerings and school operations, the district utilizes a full-time equivalent (FTE) workforce totaling 297.26 staff members. This instructional and organizational team includes 140.02 FTE teachers, 21 FTE instructional aides, and 136.24 FTE support staff. Operating as an independent local education agency that is not a component of a supervisory union, Chaparral Schools provides an accessible educational structure for local families, students, and educational researchers. Additional information regarding district administration and resources can be accessed via their official website at http://www.usd361.org or by calling (620) 842-5183.