Chase County

Located at 219 Broadway in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, the Chase County school district serves as an essential educational cornerstone for its community within the broader Emporia region. Operating as a traditional, fully active public school system, the district manages two operational schools that deliver a comprehensive academic pathway spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Nestled in a rural, remote setting, this independent public district provides a cohesive, close-knit environment tailored to support young children taking their first academic steps in preschool through high school seniors preparing for post-secondary success.

According to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district supports a total enrollment of 409 students, comprising 220 male and 189 female learners. The student body is made up of 357 White students, 34 Hispanic students, 15 multiracial students, and 3 Black students, creating a small-school atmosphere where educators can closely track individual student growth. To maintain this supportive educational setting, the district employs a workforce equivalent to approximately 118 full-time staff members. This team includes nearly 70 full-time equivalent teachers, roughly 4 instructional aides, and nearly 45 support staff members, ensuring that learners across all grade levels benefit from dedicated instruction, strong staff engagement, and comprehensive campus support.