For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 481 students in 66002, KS.
The top ranked public high schools in 66002, KS are Atchison High School and Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 66002 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in 66002, KS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 66002 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Kansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atchison High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66002, KS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atchison High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 W. Riley St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
Grades: 9-12
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Central School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 1/2 North 5th Street
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
Grades: 1-12
| 47 students
66002, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Box 459
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Grades: 6-11
| 48 students
1900 North 2nd St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 66002, KS?
The top ranked public high schools in 66002, KS include Atchison High School and Central School.
How many public high schools are located in 66002?
2 public high schools are located in 66002.
What is the racial composition of students in 66002?
66002 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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