For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 764 students in Claflin, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Claflin, KS is Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Claflin, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Claflin have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Claflin, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Albro
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3801
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3801
Gr: 7-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Main
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 588-4200
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 588-4200
Gr: 8-12 | 623 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Claflin, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
406 Main St
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3896
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3896
Gr: PK-6 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 95:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
700 Albro
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3801
Claflin, KS 67525
(620) 587-3801
Gr: 7-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Claflin, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Claflin, KS include Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Claflin?
2 public schools are located in Claflin.
What is the racial composition of students in Claflin?
Claflin public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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