Ellis Jr/Sr High

Ellis
1706 S Monroe
Ellis, KS 67637
161 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Ellis Jr/Sr High School is a public secondary school located in Ellis, Kansas, serving students in grades 7 through 12. As part of the Ellis Unified School District (USD 388), the school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. The institution emphasizes a small-town atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on individualized attention, fostering a supportive environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal development.

Beyond core academic instruction, Ellis Jr/Sr High offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics and student organizations, designed to promote school spirit and leadership skills. By leveraging its role within the community, the school aims to bridge the gap between rigorous classroom learning and practical life skills, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped for their future endeavors. The school’s official website serves as a central hub for district information, event calendars, and updates for parents and students.
161
Total Students
17.1
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    152 (94.4%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (3.1%)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.9%)
  • Black
    1 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ellis
Phone: (785)726-3151
Website: http://www.usd388.com
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 161
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 43
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 31
Grade 8 27
Grade 9 21
Grade 10 20
Grade 11 29
Grade 12 33
Gender Ratio