For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 223 students in Americus, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Americus, KS is Nlc Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Americus, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Americus have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Americus, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nlc Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
804 Sixth Street
Americus, KS 66835
(620) 481-2086
Americus, KS 66835
(620) 481-2086
Gr: PK-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Americus, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Americus, KS include Nlc Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Americus?
1 public schools are located in Americus.
What is the racial composition of students in Americus?
Americus public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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