For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,788 students in Emporia, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Emporia, KS are Timmerman Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School and W A White Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emporia, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Emporia have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Emporia, KS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Timmerman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2901 Timmerman Dr
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2270
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2270
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #22.
Walnut Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Grove Ave
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2288
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2288
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Rank: #33.
W A White Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
902 Exchange Street
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2294
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2294
Grades: PK-5
| 214 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Logan Ave Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
521 South East Street
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2264
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2264
Grades: PK-5
| 230 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Village Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2302 W 15th Ave
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2282
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2282
Grades: PK-5
| 372 students
Rank: #66.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
327 S West St
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2276
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2276
Grades: PK-8
| 402 students
Rank: #77.
Emporia Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Graphic Arts Road
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2335
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2335
Grades: 5-9
| 938 students
Emporia, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
216 West Sixth
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2350
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2350
Grades: 6
| 265 students
215 West Sixth
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2400
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2400
Grades: 5
| 324 students
Turning Point Academy (Closed 2016)
Charter School
315 South Market Street
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2455
Emporia, KS 66801
(620) 341-2455
Grades: K-12
| 62 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Emporia, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Emporia, KS include Timmerman Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School and W A White Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Emporia, KS?
7 public elementary schools are located in Emporia, KS.
What is the racial composition of students in Emporia, KS?
Emporia, KS public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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