For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 162 students in Axtell, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Axtell, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Axtell, KS are Axtell High School and Axtell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Axtell, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Axtell have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Axtell, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Axtell High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
504 Pine Street
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Axtell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
504 Pine Street
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Axtell, KS 66403
(785) 736-2237
Gr: PK-8 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Axtell, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Axtell, KS include Axtell High School and Axtell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Axtell?
2 public schools are located in Axtell.
What percentage of students in Axtell go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Axtell are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Axtell?
Axtell public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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