Smith Center Jr Sr High

Smith Center
300 Roger Barta Way
Smith Center, KS 66967
183 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Smith Center Jr/Sr High School is a public educational institution located in Smith Center, Kansas, serving students in grades 7 through 12. As part of USD 237, the school functions as a focal point for the local community, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities. The facility, located at 300 Roger Barta Way, emphasizes a supportive environment aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the Smith Center area, maintaining a strong sense of school spirit and community involvement. By balancing rigorous educational standards with opportunities for personal growth through athletics, arts, and student organizations, Smith Center Jr/Sr High strives to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped to contribute positively to their community. More information regarding their specific programs, school calendar, and faculty resources can be found on their official website at [www.usd237.com](http://www.usd237.com).
183
Total Students
18.7
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    164 (89.6%)
  • Two or More
    11 (6.0%)
  • Black
    4 (2.2%)
  • Hispanic
    3 (1.6%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.5%)
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: Smith Center
Phone: (785)282-6609
Website: http://www.usd237.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 183
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 75
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18

* 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 27
Grade 8 33
Grade 9 36
Grade 10 27
Grade 11 34
Grade 12 26
Gender Ratio