Emporia Public Schools

Our mission: We build futures by preparing todays students for tomorrows opportunities. About the District & Community Emporia USD 253 encompasses the city of Emporia, Kansas, with a population of approximately 25,000 residents, and surrounding rural areas. Current K-12 enrollment is approximately 4,200 students, and enrollment reaches 4,700 when preschool and adult programs are included. The district has six elementary schools, which includes one K-8 and five K-5 schools, one middle school, one high school, a preschool center and a high school completion program. The community is home of Emporia State University and Flint Hills Technical College, two growing post-secondary institutions. The district has numerous partnerships with both institutions that provide more opportunities for Emporias teachers and students. Emporia is a highly diverse community with a high percentage of families whose first language is Spanish. Educational programs exist to support adults with langua...