For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 529 students in Saint Marys, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, KS are St. Marys Elementary School and St. Marys Junior Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Marys, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Saint Marys have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Saint Marys, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Marys Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 Grand Avenue
Saint Marys, KS 66536
(785) 437-6159
Saint Marys, KS 66536
(785) 437-6159
Gr: PK-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
St. Marys Junior Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 E Lasley
Saint Marys, KS 66536
(785) 437-6257
Saint Marys, KS 66536
(785) 437-6257
Gr: 7-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Saint Marys, KS include St. Marys Elementary School and St. Marys Junior Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Saint Marys?
2 public schools are located in Saint Marys.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Marys?
Saint Marys public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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