For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 472 students in Lakin, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lakin, KS are Lakin Elementary School and Lakin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakin, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lakin have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lakin, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
407 N Main
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6191
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6191
Gr: PK-4 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Lakin Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 W. Kingman
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6973
Lakin, KS 67860
(620) 355-6973
Gr: 5-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lakin, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lakin, KS include Lakin Elementary School and Lakin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lakin?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lakin.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakin?
Lakin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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