For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 263 students in Colony, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Colony, KS are Crest High School and Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colony, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Colony have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colony, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crest High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
603 E. Broad
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3521
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3521
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Crest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
603 E. Broad
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3529
Colony, KS 66015
(620) 852-3529
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Colony, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Colony, KS include Crest High School and Crest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Colony?
2 public schools are located in Colony.
What is the racial composition of students in Colony?
Colony public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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