For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,476 students in 66002, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 542 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 66002, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66002, KS are Atchison Elementary School, Atchison High School and Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66002 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66002, KS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66002, KS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atchison Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
825 N 17th Street
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-1161
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-1161
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Atchison High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 W. Riley St
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-4162
Gr: 9-12 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Central School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 1/2 North 5th Street
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 360-6540
Gr: 1-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Atchison Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 N 5th
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5363
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5363
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
66002, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Box 459
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-6590
Gr: 6-11 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66002, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66002, KS include Atchison Elementary School, Atchison High School and Central School.
How many public schools are located in 66002?
4 public schools are located in 66002.
What percentage of students in 66002 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 66002 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66002?
66002 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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