For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 588 students in Cheney, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS are Cheney Elementary School and Cheney Middle School 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cheney, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cheney have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cheney, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cheney Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
126 W 5th
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-3137
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-3137
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cheney Middle School 6-8
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
715 N. Main
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-0060
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-0060
Gr: 6-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cheney, KS include Cheney Elementary School and Cheney Middle School 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cheney?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cheney.
What is the racial composition of students in Cheney?
Cheney public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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