For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 314 students in Alma, KS (there are 1 private school, serving 41 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Alma, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Alma, KS are Wabaunsee Elementary School and Wabaunsee Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Alma have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alma, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wabaunsee Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 E 9th
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3349
Gr: PK-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Wabaunsee Sr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
912 Missouri
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3315
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alma, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Alma, KS include Wabaunsee Elementary School and Wabaunsee Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Alma?
2 public schools are located in Alma.
What percentage of students in Alma go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Alma are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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