For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 456 students in Kismet, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Kismet, KS is Southwestern Heights Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kismet, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Kismet have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kismet, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Heights Jr/sr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17222 Mustang Road
Kismet, KS 67859
(620) 563-7292
Kismet, KS 67859
(620) 563-7292
Gr: 6-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
505 Kansas Avenue
Kismet, KS 67859
(620) 563-7248
Kismet, KS 67859
(620) 563-7248
Gr: PK-2 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kismet, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Kismet, KS include Southwestern Heights Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Kismet?
2 public schools are located in Kismet.
What is the racial composition of students in Kismet?
Kismet public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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