For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,078 students in Holton, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Holton, KS are Jackson Heights Elementary School, Holton Elementary School and Holton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holton, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Holton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Holton, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12763 266th Road
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2244
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2244
Gr: PK-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Holton Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
812 W. 5th. St.
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-3251
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-3251
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Holton Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Iowa Street
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2441
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2441
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Holton, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 New Jersey
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2051
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2051
Gr: 3-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
12719 266th Road
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2195
Holton, KS 66436
(785) 364-2195
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Holton, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Holton, KS include Jackson Heights Elementary School, Holton Elementary School and Holton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Holton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Holton.
What is the racial composition of students in Holton?
Holton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Holton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Holton include: Jackson Heights Elementary School vs. Holton Elementary School, Holton Elementary School vs. Jackson Heights Elementary School
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