For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 556 students in Columbus, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Columbus, KS is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Columbus, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
810 S High School Avenue
Columbus, KS 66725
(620) 429-3943
Columbus, KS 66725
(620) 429-3943
Gr: 2-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
724 E Garfield Street
Columbus, KS 66725
(620) 429-3905
Columbus, KS 66725
(620) 429-3905
Gr: PK-1 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbus, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Columbus, KS include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Columbus?
2 public elementary schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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