For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 574 students in 66056, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66056, KS are Jayhawk Elementary School and Jayhawk-linn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66056 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66056, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66056, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jayhawk Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 S 6th St
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2519
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2519
Gr: PK-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Jayhawk-linn High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14675 Ks Hwy 52
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2224
Mound City, KS 66056
(913) 795-2224
Gr: 7-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66056, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66056, KS include Jayhawk Elementary School and Jayhawk-linn High School.
How many public schools are located in 66056?
2 public schools are located in 66056.
What is the racial composition of students in 66056?
66056 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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