For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 187 students in Mankato, KS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Mankato, KS is Rock Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mankato, KS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Mankato have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Mankato, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
303 N. West Street
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3822
Mankato, KS 66956
(785) 378-3822
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Mankato, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Mankato, KS include Rock Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Mankato?
1 public preschools are located in Mankato.
What is the racial composition of students in Mankato?
Mankato public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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