For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 419 students in Chapman, KS.
The top-ranked public preschools in Chapman, KS are Rural Center Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School and Chapman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chapman, KS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Chapman have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Chapman, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rural Center Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
902 1400 Avenue
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 479-2213
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 479-2213
Gr: PK-5 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1539 Hwy 18
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 598-2226
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 598-2226
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Chapman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Irish Drive
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 922-7171
Chapman, KS 67431
(785) 922-7171
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Chapman, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Chapman, KS include Rural Center Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School and Chapman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Chapman?
3 public preschools are located in Chapman.
What is the racial composition of students in Chapman?
Chapman public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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