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Schools & Education

Arkansas City Public Schools is a results-producing public school district. The district holds a tradition of excellence in all matters related to student achievement and true, well-rounded education. Local students have been on the front lines of achievement and continue the tradition of exceeding learning targets suggested by the state. District-wide efforts earned the district 37 Standards of Excellence Awards after the 2012 state assessments for a total of 238 since 2005.

Nearby Cowley College offers more than 70 different certificates and degrees attracting students from across the globe because of the College’s premier online course offerings, multiple campus locations, quality residential living, as well as nationally acclaimed athletic programs and state-of-the-art training facilities. Find homes in Arkansas City by school district.

The History of Arkansas City

Arkansas City lies in the peninsula formed by the meeting of the Arkansas and Walnut Rivers in Cowley County—one of 105 counties in Kansas. Prior to July 15, 1870, settlers in this part of the country were on Indian land and were obliged to pay head rights to Chetopa, the Osage Indian Chief. But when Osage lands were opened for settlement on July 15, 1870, claims were accepted.

The town of Arkansas City was surveyed in 1870. Its newspaper began that year as well as a department store. Shortly thereafter, a post office, First Methodist School, saw mill, flour and feed mills commenced operation. 1872 saw incorporation of the town and the Santa Fe Railway extended its line from the north on December 3, 1879.

The town had its own water works by 1881, utilizing a spring as a source and pumping the water to a reservoir on a hill in the south part of town. From this point, pipes to the town residences distributed it. These were a few of the starts that were noticeable during the first years after this area came into the hands of the white man, but the Indian had been a contributing factor in the growth of Arkansas City. The town has played a vital role in the territorial development of Indian lands to the south in the state of Oklahoma.

Ark City’s illustrious history includes a Governor and two federal judges. By heritage its residents are not afraid of work—a healthy, strong, industrious people that welcome the opportunity to prove to everyone that they are welcome in Arkansas City. Browse the newest real estate listings in Arkansas City, Kansas.

Attractions & Activities

Arkansas City offers a variety of fun activities, restaurants and shopping centers for residents to enjoy. The community is home to many restaurants including La Fiesta, Sirloin Stockade, and Carl’s BBQ. Arkansas City offers many local and national businesses including Anlee Cakes Native American Regalia and Crafts, Sparks Music, and Wal-Mart. Other local attractions include the Cherokee Land Rush Museum and Chaplin Nature Center.

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