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Castleton, Kansas
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 Castleton, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Castleton, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Reno |
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 20-11000 |
| GNIS ID | 473798 |
Castleton is a small, unincorporated community located in Reno County, Kansas, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place with a shared identity but no official local government. It's found northeast of Pretty Prairie, nestled between Castleton Road and the North Fork Ninnescah River.
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A Look Back at Castleton's History
Castleton began as an important stop along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. This railway line, known as the Hutchinson & Blackwell division, was vital for moving goods and people. The town was first planned by Clinton C. Hutchinson around 1871.
The Story of Castleton's Post Office
A post office was opened in Castleton on December 6, 1872. This office served the community for many years, helping people send and receive mail. However, it eventually closed its doors on June 28, 1957. In 1971, the old post office building was carefully moved. Today, you can find it at the Barton County Historical Society Museum and Village in Great Bend, Kansas, where it helps tell the story of the past.
Education in Castleton
Students living in the Castleton area are part of the Pretty Prairie USD 311 public school district. This district provides education for children from kindergarten through high school.
Castleton's Former Schools
Castleton once had its own schools. Castleton High School closed in 1954. Its sports teams were known as the Pirates, and their school colors were red and blue. Later, Castleton Grade School also closed in 1970. After these schools closed, most students from Castleton began attending schools in the Pretty Prairie school district.
Notable People from Castleton
Castleton is the hometown of Larry Foss. He was a professional baseball player who played in MLB (Major League Baseball). Larry Foss pitched for both the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Mets.
