For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 607 students in 67349, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67349, KS are West Elk Schools and West Elk Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 67349 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 67349, KS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 67349, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elk Schools
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1199 State Highway 99
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2147
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2147
Gr: PK-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
West Elk Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 St Hwy 99
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2113
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2113
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
67349, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1199 State Hwy 99
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2147
Howard, KS 67349
(620) 374-2147
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 67349, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 67349, KS include West Elk Schools and West Elk Virtual Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 67349?
2 public elementary schools are located in 67349.
What is the racial composition of students in 67349?
67349 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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