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Cottonwood Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27
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Liberal, KS 67905
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Upcoming Events
Sep
25
Fri
Early Release for HoCo Parade - 1 pmhalf_dayDistrict-wide
Sep
28
Mon
No Classes for Students - District PD DayStaff DayDistrict-wide
No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.
Oct
3
Sat
XC-Memorial RunHolidayDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Oct
9
Fri
NO SCHOOL - Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide
Oct
12
Mon
Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide
Oct
13
Tue
Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide
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School Profile
Grades
K–5
Enrollment
514
Student:Teacher
16.1:1
Locale
Town
District
LiberalEcon. Disadvantaged
87.7%
Phone
(620)604-2700School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
17%
13th percentile in KS
Math Proficiency
3%
2th percentile in KS
Chronic Absenteeism
3.4%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
Gifted & Talented
1 students enrolled
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Near average in KSTechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
635
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
38
100% fully certified
Counselors
1
Psychologists
0.5
Social Workers
0.5
Nurses
1
School Resource Officers
0.22
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,351
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$7,297
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$18,536
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 17%State 70%Local 13%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$142,953
+2.4% 1yr+18.8% 5yr
Liberal, KS metro area
Community Need Level
High
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
26.3%
Below 150% poverty line
2.7%
Unemployment rate
14.5%
Uninsured residents
30.5%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
666
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
582
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
326 (56%)
Autism
48 (8%)
Speech/Language Impairment
41 (7%)
Other Health Impairment
35 (6%)
Intellectual Disability
27 (5%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
500
Current enrollment
Stable(-0% 5yr)Coming Up
Fri, Sep 25, 2026
Early Release for HoCo Parade - 1 pm
half_dayMon, Sep 28, 2026
No Classes for Students - District PD Day
No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.
Staff DaySat, Oct 3, 2026
XC-Memorial Run
EMS Students $3
HolidayFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Liberal. Cottonwood Elementary School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | No School - Labor DayDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Sep 25, 2026 | Early Release for HoCo Parade - 1 pmDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 28, 2026 | No Classes for Students - District PD DayDistrict-wide |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | XC-Memorial RunDistrict-wide EMS Students $3 |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | NO SCHOOL - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 2, 2026 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Dec 4, 2026 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | NO SCHOOL - Winter BreakDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 | Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Mar 9, 2027 | Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Mar 11, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Parent/Teacher Conference Exchange DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 15, 2027 | Spring BreakDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 29, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Apr 26, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Professional Learning DayDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 | Fastbridge TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, May 14, 2027 | NO SCHOOL - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide |
Showing 33 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Elementary School
Enrollment at Cottonwood Elementary School stands at 514 students. The school is a Primary institution in the local district.
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