Meade

Located at 721 E. Walnut in Meade, Kansas, the Meade School District (USD 226) serves as a vital educational hub for its remote rural community in southwestern Kansas. Operating as an active public school system, the district manages two educational facilities offering a complete learning continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 school year, the district oversees a close-knit student body of 330 enrolled children—consisting of 164 female and 166 male students—providing tailored instruction suited to the unique strengths and needs of a smaller community setting.

To support academic growth and student development, the district maintains a robust professional workforce consisting of nearly 116 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team includes approximately 66 full-time equivalent teachers, 4.5 instructional aides, and 45.5 support staff members, ensuring exceptional individualized attention and a low student-to-teacher ratio. The district's student population is primarily composed of White (272) and Hispanic (43) students, alongside multi-racial and other background representations. Supported by its faculty and modern administrative leadership accessible online at usd226.org, Meade School District remains committed to fostering a supportive, well-resourced environment for rural learners.