For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 221 students in Bucklin, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Bucklin, KS are Bucklin Elementary School and Bucklin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bucklin, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Bucklin have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bucklin, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bucklin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
422 S Main
Bucklin, KS 67834
(620) 826-3828
Bucklin, KS 67834
(620) 826-3828
Gr: PK-8 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Bucklin High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
422 S Main
Bucklin, KS 67834
(620) 826-3241
Bucklin, KS 67834
(620) 826-3241
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bucklin, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Bucklin, KS include Bucklin Elementary School and Bucklin High School.
How many public schools are located in Bucklin?
2 public schools are located in Bucklin.
What is the racial composition of students in Bucklin?
Bucklin public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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