For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 335 students in Centralia, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Centralia, KS are Centralia Elementary School and Centralia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Centralia, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Centralia have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Centralia, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centralia Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
507 John Riggins Ave
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Gr: PK-6 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Centralia High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
507 John Riggins Ave
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Centralia, KS 66415
(785) 857-3324
Gr: 7-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Centralia, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Centralia, KS include Centralia Elementary School and Centralia High School.
How many public schools are located in Centralia?
2 public schools are located in Centralia.
What is the racial composition of students in Centralia?
Centralia public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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