For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 12 students in Palco, KS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Palco, KS is Palco Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palco, KS public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in Palco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Palco, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palco Jr. High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
502 Ash
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Palco, KS 67657
(785) 737-4645
Gr: 6-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Palco, KS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Palco, KS include Palco Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Palco?
1 public middle schools are located in Palco.
What is the racial composition of students in Palco?
Palco public middle schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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