For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 558 students in 66538, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 66538, KS is Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 66538 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in 66538, KS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66538, KS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 N. 11th
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Gr: PK-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
66538, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
110 North 11th St
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-2173
Gr: PK-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
214 North 11th
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3557
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
9857 State Hwy 178
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Gr: K-6 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
9857 State Hwy 178
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Seneca, KS 66538
(785) 336-3201
Gr: K-6 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 66538, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 66538, KS include Nemaha Central Elementary And Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 66538?
1 public elementary schools are located in 66538.
What is the racial composition of students in 66538?
66538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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