For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,143 students in Stevens County, KS (there are , serving 45 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Stevens County, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Stevens County, KS are Hugoton Learning Academy, Hugoton Elementary School and Moscow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stevens County, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Stevens County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stevens County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hugoton Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 W 11th St
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 428-6374
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 428-6374
Grades: 7-12
| 16 students
Rank: #22.
Hugoton Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 E 6th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4376
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4376
Grades: PK-6
| 506 students
Rank: #33.
Moscow Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
130 Mcvicker Street
Moscow, KS 67952
(620) 598-2224
Moscow, KS 67952
(620) 598-2224
Grades: PK-5
| 70 students
Rank: #44.
Hugoton High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 W 11th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4311
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4311
Grades: 9-12
| 329 students
Rank: #55.
Moscow High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 High Road
Moscow, KS 67952
(620) 598-2250
Moscow, KS 67952
(620) 598-2250
Grades: 6-12
| 72 students
Rank: #66.
Hugoton Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 W 11th
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4341
Hugoton, KS 67951
(620) 544-4341
Grades: 7-8
| 150 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Stevens County, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Stevens County, KS include Hugoton Learning Academy, Hugoton Elementary School and Moscow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stevens County?
6 public schools are located in Stevens County.
What percentage of students in Stevens County go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Stevens County are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Stevens County?
Stevens County public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Stevens County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Stevens County include: Moscow High School vs. Hugoton High School, Hugoton High School vs. Moscow High School, Hugoton Learning Academy vs. Hugoton High School
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