Home of the Mustangs Our school is made up of the communities
of Plains and Kismet, Kansas.
Plains's population is 1163
and Kismet's population is 484.
There are 541 square miles in the district.
The transportation department
travels 10 routes and 1100 miles
daily to pick up and deliver students
to and from school.
There are a total of 10 bus
drivers and 18 busses, and these
together travel at least 200,000 miles a year.
nspiring students to achieve their potential
Unified School District No. 480 shares with our community the challenge of preparing and inspiring all students to be life-long learners.
Educational Philosophy
We believe all students should develop to their capacities in basic learning skills, in acquiring and communicating information, in the ability to think critically and constructively and in the power to be imaginative and creative. We also believe our educational program should adequately care for the development of students’ rational and intellectual powers and should nurture the human capabilities of all students.
We understand that each student is unique. Students have wide differences in their learning rates, experiences, energy levels, and goals. To meet these individual needs, our curriculum and program offerings must vary extensively.