Centre

Located at 2382 310th St in Lost Springs, Kansas (ZIP code 66859), Centre is an active, regular public school district serving its community within a rural remote geographic setting. Operating two schools, the district provides a complete educational pathway ranging from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as offering ungraded programming. As an independent public school district that is not part of a supervisory union, Centre maintains a comprehensive academic framework designed to support students across all primary and secondary grade levels.

The district serves a total enrollment of 563 students, comprising 351 female and 212 male learners. The student body includes 366 White, 95 Hispanic, 85 Black, 9 American Indian, 4 Asian, 2 Pacific Islander, and 2 multi-racial students. To deliver instruction and oversee daily operations, the district employs a total full-time equivalent (FTE) staff of 86.4. This staffing context includes 47.54 FTE teachers, 4.0 FTE instructional aides, and 34.86 FTE support staff members. Parents, researchers, and community members can reach the district main office by phone at (785) 983-4304 or online through its official website at http://www.usd397.com.